Economist

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, deliver digital marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them to save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agri finance, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data and to innovate. A FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 23,300 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Description

The Economics Team work across several economics and credit risk services and consultancy, specializing in model-driven forecasts and analysis for the UK's economy, credit markets, regions, sectors and socio-demographic segments. Examples of the scope of client projects recently undertaken include building expected credit loss models, stress testing and running local area economic impact projections.

Clients include first and second tier banking and financial services commercial real estate, retail and planning companies and the public sector.

In this role you will report to the Analytics Engineer Manager.

What you'll do:

• Data Analysis
• Data preparation, analysis, modelling and forecasting
• Work with large datasets from both public sources and Experian's in-house databases
• Use econometric software, including R and EViews, to manipulate and forecast datasets
• Support the senior econometrician in reviewing and refining existing models
• Support projects to develop econometric & credit forecasting models and processes for both consulting projects with external clients and in-house use
• Build econometric and credit risk models
• Identify valuable insights and data features
• Opportunities to present forecasts and analysis to partners
• Ensure data quality and documentation

• Experience presenting economic & macroeconomic data to partners
• Relevant experience building econometric models and producing macroeconomic forecasts
• Experience in use of standard econometric and statistical packages, for example EViews and/оr R, is desirable

• Define scope, timelines, and resources
• Manage delivery, risks, and reporting
• Maintain quality and profitability

• Build strong, consultative relationships

• Resolve data and process issues
• Improve methods, tools, and products

• Mentor junior team members
• Collaborate across teams
• Continuously develop skills and industry knowledge

• MSc or undergraduate degree in Economics, Econometrics or related discipline. Candidates with degrees with a focus on macroeconomics, statistics, mathematics and econometrics are encouraged to apply.
• 3+ years of experience building econometric models and producing macroeconomic forecasts
• Experience in use of standard econometric and statistical packages, for example EViews and R, is desirable
• Advanced Knowledge in statistical software packages and other related technologies
• Anticipate and balance the varied interests of stakeholders;
• Fluent English - written and spoken

• Personal Development - career pathway for professional growth supported by learning and development programs and unlimited access to online educational training courses, learning materials and book.
• Work environment - excellent work conditions with friendly environment, recognized team spirit, and fun and quality recreation time.
• Social benefit package including life insurance, food vouchers, additional health insurance, monthly flex allowance and internet coverage, corporate discounts, marriage and childbirth / adoption allowance, Multisport card, Sharesave plan, Employee assistance program, а birthday gift and many other benefits!
• Work-life balance - 25 days paid vacation, 1 additional day off for your birthday and extra 3 paid days for participation in Social responsibility event.
• Opportunity for Flexible working hours and Home Office.