Economic Analyst in London, United Kingdom

Vanguard Europe is seeking an Economic Analyst to work in its global Investment Strategy Group (ISG). The Investment Strategy Group can be thought of as the research/thought leadership function of Vanguard. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative team that does research and analysis that helps improve our understanding of the choices related to Retirement and the economy.

Vanguard Europe is seeking an Economic Analyst to work in its global Investment Strategy Group (ISG). The Investment Strategy Group can be thought of as the research/thought leadership function of Vanguard. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative team that does research and analysis that helps improve our understanding of the choices related to Retirement and the economy.

In this role you will take active responsibility for delivering analytical output. You will work closely with others, both in the UK and globally, ensuring that our work is impactful and delivered on time and to the highest standards of accuracy and technical quality. Come join us if you are curious and have the desire to be involved in work that will help improve the lives of investors worldwide! Vanguard is fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive working environment.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct research and analysis of retirement and economics topics for internal partners and external clients.

• Devise appropriate data gathering strategies and employ quantitative data analysis techniques.

• Develop insights, recommendations and strategies that result from rigorous analysis.

• Write research papers and create presentations and reports.

• Present analyses and results internally as well as externally to Vanguard clients and other audiences.

• Participate in local and global research meetings to identify and debate issues.

• Keep up to date with the academic and practitioner research literature on your research field.

  What it takes

Please do not be put off from applying if you do not meet all the criteria in the below.

• A postgraduate qualification in economics or other relevant quantitative subject, or an equivalent level of relevant work experience.

• Three to five years of work experience in a research role or equivalent (if you have or are completing a PhD, your PhD research time will count as work experience).

• Be proficient at analysing large datasets, identifying trends, and assessing the economic significance of changes. Able to form and express clear views on economic developments.

• Be able to work on your own, in teams, and across boundaries.

• Exceptionally strong writing skills and the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical audiences.

• Be capable of producing high-quality analysis to tight deadlines. Excellent time management and organisational skills.

  Background

• The Investment Strategy Group (ISG) can be thought of as the research/thought leadership function of Vanguard.

• ISG’s Retirement Research team studies global retirement planning, savings, spending, and access, with the goal of providing solutions and education that enhance people’s chances of achieving retirement success.

• ISG’s Economics Research team conducts global research on cyclical macroeconomic developments and longer-term structural themes. These are key inputs into setting capital market expectations, portfolio construction and the active fixed income portfolio management process.

• The role will be based in London, UK.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Vanguard, one of the world’s largest investment management companies, serves individual investors, institutions, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and financial professionals. We have a diverse and talented crew with a culture that promotes teamwork, along with an unwavering focus on serving our clients’ best interests.

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