Thematic Macro Research Analyst

Key Skills

Effective communication skills, Python Programming, R Programming

Job Description

Thematic Macro Research Analyst - New York

This role is regulated by FINRA.

As a Barclays Thematic Macro Research Analyst, you’ll be part of a small team that produces in-depth, medium to long-term research on key macroeconomic themes which are shaping global economies, and their implications for policy and asset allocation. Your role will be split between data exploration, econometric modelling, and writing. This is an exciting opportunity to work on projects that vary across topics and geographies.

• Salary / Rate Minimum: $ 150,000
  Salary / Rate Maximum: $ 170,000

The minimum and maximum salary/rate information above include only base salary or base hourly rate. It does not include any another type of compensation or benefits that may be available.

Barclays is one of the world's largest and most respected financial institutions, with 329 years of success, quality, and innovation behind us. We've helped millions of individuals and businesses thrive, creating financial and digital solutions that the world now takes for granted. An important and growing presence in the USA, we offer careers providing endless opportunity.

We are currently in the early stages of implementing a hybrid working environment, which means that many colleagues spend part of their working hours at home and part in the office, depending on the nature of the role they are in. Please discuss the detail of the working pattern options for the role with the hiring manager.

What will you be doing?

• Contributing to written research notes and publications on a regular basis
• Building and interpreting quantitative state-of-the art economic models
• Interpreting the results of the model and conveying them in a clear and concise way
• Evaluating, collecting, and combining data from traditional and alternative data sources
• Working collaboratively with a senior analyst and using a rigorous set of frameworks and economic and financial models to answer relevant research questions
• Collaborating, interacting, and coordinating closely with the wider Global Research, Macroeconomic and Data Science Teams frequently 

What we’re looking for:

• PhD Degree in Economics or Finance
• Ability to work by oneself and maintain a long-term focus
• Experience or coursework in Economics/Finance/Econometrics with a solid academic track record
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Skills that will help you in the role:

• Organized with excellent attention to detail
• Experience with open-source software such as Python/R is an advantage

Where will you be working?

You will be working at our Americas Headquarters at 745 Seventh Avenue. This 32-story office tower is located in Times Square in the heart of Manhattan and features a cafeteria, fitness center and state-of-the-art LED signage on the facade of the building.