Charles River Associates
Senior Associate (Antitrust & Competition Economics practice)
Charles River Associates, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Senior Associate (Antitrust & Competition Economics Practice)
Boston, MA, United States; Chicago, IL, United States; Oakland, CA, United States; Washington, DC, United States
About Charles River Associates Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations and governments around the world. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues. Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for its combination of industry experience and rigorous, fact-based analysis that provides clients with clear, implementable solutions to complex business concerns.
Position Overview Our Antitrust and Competition Economics practice is an acknowledged leader in providing economic analysis, advice, and testimony for antitrust and merger cases worldwide. Clients include government agencies, law firms, and corporations of all sizes. Past engagements include work with parties to the Office Depot/OfficeMax, Texas Instruments/National Semiconductor, and Google/Motorola Mobility Holdings transactions. tailor our analyses to the facts of each case employing tools such as merger simulation, upward pricing pressure analysis, econometrics, bargaining theory, or game theory as needed. Whether before a court or a regulatory agency, CRA consultants set a high standard for the clear communication of sophisticated economic analysis in complex cases.
What can CRA do for you?
Work alongside some of the most respected scholars, specialists, industry experts and regulators in the world.>
A comprehensive learning and development training program to foster your ongoing professional development and career growth:
Core programming on client development, developing as a manager, and coaching talent
Quarterly technical training taught by in-house experts and affiliated professors
Partnership with LinkedIn Learning for on-demand, self-paced coursework
Regularly scheduled “open classes” on topics such as presentation skills and giving feedback
Mentorship and coaching from an assigned senior staff colleague
Opportunities in recruiting, training, corporate sports teams, and volunteer activities in the local community
In-house immigration support for foreign nationals and those conducting international business travel
Tuition reimbursement program to cover training and skill development outside of CRA
Wellness program to promote health and well-being (e.g., nutrition counselling, financial well‑being seminars, team fitness competitions)
Excellent benefits package
What can you expect at CRA?
Supporting the development and presentation of client deliverables including expert reports summarizing our opinions, conclusions, and recommendations, and third‑party financial, and industry datali>
Working with leading academics and senior practitioners in judicial proceedings to provide economic analyses of mergers and other competition matters before the major competition authorities of the world
Supervising, training, and mentoring junior analysts in a supportive, team‑oriented environment
Managing workstreams, designing complex economic and financial models to analyze economic and financial data
Programming, model building, and/or regression analysis in statistical analysis programs (such as Stata, SAS, R or Python)
Ensuring the integrity and accuracy of analyses and opinions
As most of our work is done in our offices, minimal travel is required.
Desired Qualifications Successful candidates will have a MBA with 4‑7 years of work experience or a Ph.D. or ABD in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a closely allied field, and will have specific expertise in industrial organization, applied microeconomics, econometrics, labor, intellectual property, pricing, corporate finance, financial accounting, or other quantitative areas. Candidates may also have prior consulting experience. Previous experience in teaching, research, or industry is desirable.
To Apply To be considered for a position in the United States, we require the following:
Resume
– please include current address, personal email, and telephone number;
Cover letter
– please describe your interest in CRA and how this role matches your goals. Also, note if you have interest in a particular location preference.
For international locations, please visit our Careers site to view and apply for available jobs.
Career Growth and Benefits
CRA’s robust skills development programs, offering 100 hours of training annually through formal and informal programs, encourage you to thrive as an individual and team member. Training continues with technical, presentation, internal seminar, and career mentoring and performance coaching from a senior colleague. Additional leadership and collaboration opportunities exist through internal firm development activities.
We offer a comprehensive total rewards program including a superior benefits package, wellness programming to support physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being, and in‑house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers.
Work Location Flexibility We expect individuals to spend at least 3 to 4 days a week working in the office, which may include traveling to another CRA office or to client meetings, with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.
Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Salary and Other Compensation A good‑faith estimate of the annual base salary range for this position is $130,000 – $213,750. Pay within this range may vary based on factors such as education level, experience, skills, geographic location, market conditions, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for additional bonus incentive compensation.
CRA offers a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements, which may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; life and disability insurance; paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays); paid parental leave; wellness programs and employee assistance resources; and commuter benefits.
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About Charles River Associates Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations and governments around the world. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues. Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for its combination of industry experience and rigorous, fact-based analysis that provides clients with clear, implementable solutions to complex business concerns.
Position Overview Our Antitrust and Competition Economics practice is an acknowledged leader in providing economic analysis, advice, and testimony for antitrust and merger cases worldwide. Clients include government agencies, law firms, and corporations of all sizes. Past engagements include work with parties to the Office Depot/OfficeMax, Texas Instruments/National Semiconductor, and Google/Motorola Mobility Holdings transactions. tailor our analyses to the facts of each case employing tools such as merger simulation, upward pricing pressure analysis, econometrics, bargaining theory, or game theory as needed. Whether before a court or a regulatory agency, CRA consultants set a high standard for the clear communication of sophisticated economic analysis in complex cases.
What can CRA do for you?
Work alongside some of the most respected scholars, specialists, industry experts and regulators in the world.>
A comprehensive learning and development training program to foster your ongoing professional development and career growth:
Core programming on client development, developing as a manager, and coaching talent
Quarterly technical training taught by in-house experts and affiliated professors
Partnership with LinkedIn Learning for on-demand, self-paced coursework
Regularly scheduled “open classes” on topics such as presentation skills and giving feedback
Mentorship and coaching from an assigned senior staff colleague
Opportunities in recruiting, training, corporate sports teams, and volunteer activities in the local community
In-house immigration support for foreign nationals and those conducting international business travel
Tuition reimbursement program to cover training and skill development outside of CRA
Wellness program to promote health and well-being (e.g., nutrition counselling, financial well‑being seminars, team fitness competitions)
Excellent benefits package
What can you expect at CRA?
Supporting the development and presentation of client deliverables including expert reports summarizing our opinions, conclusions, and recommendations, and third‑party financial, and industry datali>
Working with leading academics and senior practitioners in judicial proceedings to provide economic analyses of mergers and other competition matters before the major competition authorities of the world
Supervising, training, and mentoring junior analysts in a supportive, team‑oriented environment
Managing workstreams, designing complex economic and financial models to analyze economic and financial data
Programming, model building, and/or regression analysis in statistical analysis programs (such as Stata, SAS, R or Python)
Ensuring the integrity and accuracy of analyses and opinions
As most of our work is done in our offices, minimal travel is required.
Desired Qualifications Successful candidates will have a MBA with 4‑7 years of work experience or a Ph.D. or ABD in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a closely allied field, and will have specific expertise in industrial organization, applied microeconomics, econometrics, labor, intellectual property, pricing, corporate finance, financial accounting, or other quantitative areas. Candidates may also have prior consulting experience. Previous experience in teaching, research, or industry is desirable.
To Apply To be considered for a position in the United States, we require the following:
Resume
– please include current address, personal email, and telephone number;
Cover letter
– please describe your interest in CRA and how this role matches your goals. Also, note if you have interest in a particular location preference.
For international locations, please visit our Careers site to view and apply for available jobs.
Career Growth and Benefits
CRA’s robust skills development programs, offering 100 hours of training annually through formal and informal programs, encourage you to thrive as an individual and team member. Training continues with technical, presentation, internal seminar, and career mentoring and performance coaching from a senior colleague. Additional leadership and collaboration opportunities exist through internal firm development activities.
We offer a comprehensive total rewards program including a superior benefits package, wellness programming to support physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being, and in‑house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers.
Work Location Flexibility We expect individuals to spend at least 3 to 4 days a week working in the office, which may include traveling to another CRA office or to client meetings, with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.
Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Salary and Other Compensation A good‑faith estimate of the annual base salary range for this position is $130,000 – $213,750. Pay within this range may vary based on factors such as education level, experience, skills, geographic location, market conditions, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for additional bonus incentive compensation.
CRA offers a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements, which may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; life and disability insurance; paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays); paid parental leave; wellness programs and employee assistance resources; and commuter benefits.
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