Junior Economist

About NERA and Role Overview

Since 1961, NERA has been providing expert advice on critical market, legal, and regulatory challenges worldwide. Our globally connected New Zealand team participates in high-profile legal and regulatory cases across various industries in New Zealand, Australia, and Asia. The team handles complex questions such as market competition effects, pricing for regulated infrastructure, water rights allocation, efficiency in electricity markets, decarbonisation costs, and economic damages arising from legal disputes.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze diverse data sets to support economic assessments.
• Build quantitative models and apply econometric techniques.
• Gather and assess market, industry, and corporate information.
• Summarize and apply relevant economic research literature.
• Manage extensive data collections and develop programs for complex analyses.
• Prepare memos and contribute to presentations, detailed reports, and expert evidence.
• Collaborate actively through team meetings and client communications.

What We Offer

NERA offers a stimulating professional environment with competitive salary and benefits. You will work closely with clients including major law firms, corporations, and regulators while dealing with intellectually challenging, high-stakes matters. The firm supports professional advancement with structured induction, skill development sessions, and ongoing performance reviews, fostering both personal and career growth.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should have one to three years of relevant experience and possess a graduate degree in Economics, Economics and Finance, or a related field demonstrating strong academic merit. Exceptional undergraduates may also be considered. Candidates must show enthusiasm for quantitative analysis and applied microeconomic problem-solving. Key attributes include meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, excellent communication skills, inquisitiveness, and independent judgment.

Additional Information

NERA values unbiased, rigorous economic analysis and communicates findings clearly and persuasively. The company promotes a diverse, inclusive, and flexible workplace culture. This position supports a hybrid working model, requiring presence in the Auckland office or onsite with clients at least three days per week, including designated team days.