Bloomberg

Bloomberg Economics US Economist

Bloomberg • $145K — $195K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in US economic forecasting, preferably in financial markets, central banks, or the IMF.
  • Proven managerial experience leading a team of economists.
  • PhD in Economics required.
  • Strong skills in econometrics, writing, teamwork, and communication.
  • Self-starter with independent problem-solving abilities in fast-paced environments.
  • Curiosity and creativity in understanding US economic dynamics.

Responsibilities

  • Shape forecasts for the US economy.
  • Develop advanced analytical methods for contemporary economic questions.
  • Mentor junior economists within the US team.
  • Produce timely and authoritative thematic research.
  • Collaborate on cross-country projects with Bloomberg Economics group.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid holidays and time off.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Short and long-term disability benefits.
  • Life insurance and wellness programs.
Full Job Description
Description & Requirements

Bloomberg Economics is seeking a Senior US Economist to join on a permanent, full-time basis. This role is part of a global network of more than 70 economists and analysts, and 200 economics and government reporters - a team uniquely positioned to explain where the world economy stands, where it's heading, and how policy and geopolitics shape its course.

This position offers the chance to apply cutting-edge economic analysis to some of the most critical questions in US economy and policy. Working closely with the US team and economists across other country and functional teams, the senior US economist will help strengthen the forecasting framework and analytical tools of the US team, while contributing to Bloomberg's economic insights and storytelling to innovation that reaches audiences worldwide.

We will trust you to:

  • Play a critical role in shaping forecasts for the US economy
  • Develop rigorous and frontier analytical methods to answer economic questions of our times
  • Mentor other economists in the US team
  • Produce insightful, timely, and authoritative thematic research
  • Collaborate on projects with the broader Bloomberg Economics group -- contributing to cross-country research, providing quotes to news stories.


Qualifications

  • At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in forecasting the US economy, either in financial markets, or at a central bank or IMF.
  • Managerial experience, preferably having demonstrated experience in managing a team of economists
  • A PhD in Economics
  • Strong econometrics, writing, teamwork, and communication skills
  • A self-starter with proven ability to have independent problem solving skills, can thrive in a fast-paced, and ambiguous environment.
  • A mindset that blends technical rigor with curiosity, creativity, and a passion for understanding US economic dynamics.


We'd love to see

  • Relevant publications on US macroeconomic issues
  • Experience generating content across a variety of formats, ranging from rapid turnaround responses to events to longer-term collaborative research


Salary Range = 145,000 - 195,000 USD Annual + Benefits + Bonus

The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.

About Bloomberg

Bloomberg L.P. is a privately held financial, software, data, and media company headquartered in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. It was founded by Michael Bloomberg in 1981, with the help of Thomas Secunda, Duncan MacMillan, Charles Zegar, and a 12% ownership investment by Merrill Lynch. Bloomberg L.P. provides financial software tools and enterprise applications such as analytics and equity trading platform, data services, and news to financial companies and organizations through the Bloomberg Terminal (via its Bloomberg Professional Service), its core revenue-generating product. Bloomberg L.P. also includes a wire service (Bloomberg News), a global television network (Bloomberg Television), digital websites, a radio station (WBBR), subscription-only newsletters, and three magazines: Bloomberg Businessweek, Bloomberg Markets, and Bloomberg Pursuits.
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