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Base pay range
Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Tasks
* Keep abreast of current economic and political developments in countries and commodity markets via news, research papers and statistical updates.
* Ensure timely written coverage of country economic indicators.
* Write insightful country and commodity bullet‑point summaries for clients following the FocusEconomics style guidelines.
* Write longer and more complex content as and when required, with limited assistance from other Economists or the Team Leader.
* Ensure the quality of our panelists’ forecasts.
* Validate historical economic data for countries, highlighting any room for improvement and fixing any gaps or errors.
* Revise other Economists’ written work, country forecasts, historical country data and PDF reports.
* Respond to panelist and client questions and requests.
* Assist the Team Leader and other Economists with ad‑hoc tasks as and when required.
Requirements
* Degree in Economics with a focus on Macroeconomics or International Economics.
o Knowledge of current economic debates relevant to decision makers in business and government.
* Passion for the English language and ability to craft clear, concise and factually accurate writing.
o Well‑developed sense of teamwork.
o Great attention to detail.
o Extremely organized and willing to complete routine administrative tasks.
o Able to meet tight deadlines and juggle competing priorities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Excel.
* Fluent in English and Spanish.
* You must be residing in Barcelona.
Benefits
* Enjoy an international and multicultural workplace environment.
* Participate in regular team events and social gatherings, including seasonal celebrations.
* Office in sunny Barcelona city center.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Government Administration
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