Economist

IHS
Lexington - United States
S: Competitive

IHS (NYSE: IHS) is the leading source of information and insight in pivotal areas that shape today's business landscape: energy, economics, geopolitical risk, sustainability and supply chain management. Businesses and governments around the globe rely on our comprehensive content, expert independent analysis and flexible delivery methods to make high-impact decisions and develop strategies with speed and confidence. IHS was founded in 1959 and is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, USA. Trusted by clients for more than 50 years, IHS employs more than 9000+ people in 32 countries. We serve 80 percent of the Global Fortune 500 as well as businesses and governments in 165 countries.

The Asia-Pacific Economics team within the Economic and Country Risk unit at IHS is seeking an enthusiastic junior economist to help support the group's deliverables in the areas of economic analysis, forecasting, and country risk assessment. In this role, the selected candidate would:

Provide economic and risk analyses for several Asian countries
Model and forecast macroeconomic conditions for these countries
Contribute to monthly and quarterly outlook and risk publications
Provide same-day analysis of major economic news
Author special reports on topics of interest
Respond to internal and external client inquiries
Interact and coordinate with other regional, data, and analytical groups within IHS
Support the firm's commercial expansion through analytical support and potential client presentations

The ideal candidate would have a Master's Degree in Economics or Finance. Some prior relevant work experience, whether in a commercial or academic setting, is preferred but not required with appropriate degree and demonstrated subject matter expertise. The candidate will have strong analytical proficiency and excellent communication skills (written as well as verbal). Fluency in English is required; familiarity with a regional language is a plus. Strong command of MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint is expected. Solid quantitative skills and familiarity with EViews is preferred.

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