Research Analyst (Economics and Finance) - July 2027

Please submit your application by September 14, 2026. Our secondary deadline is October 12, 2026. We strongly recommend applying by September 14, 2026 to be considered for the Analyst role. Please note that we will not begin actively contacting candidates for interviews until September 28, 2026. The Brattle Group is looking for Research Analysts (RAs) to work out of our San Francisco office. ABOUT THE BRATTLE GROUP AND ECONOMIC CONSULTING The Brattle Group is a leading global economic and litigation consulting firm. We provide expert analysis and testimony in legal disputes, regulatory proceedings, and business strategy. Our teams apply economic, financial, and analytical expertise to solve complex problems and provide strategic insights for our clients. At The Brattle Group, we bridge the gap between economic theory and real-world application, helping clients make informed decisions in areas such as corporate finance, energy, competition, and regulatory economics. WHAT IS ECONOMIC CONSULTING? Economic consulting involves using finance and economic theories, quantitative methods, and data analysis to address legal and business challenges. Consultants work on high-stakes projects, providing expert testimony and strategic advice to law firms, corporations, and government agencies. Our work influences major decisions and outcomes in legal cases and business strategies worldwide. RESEARCH ANALYST ROLE As a Research Analyst (RA) at The Brattle Group, you will be integral to our project teams, collaborating with senior consultants and experts. Your responsibilities will include: Quantitative Models and Solutions: You'll build financial, economic, and operational models using Excel (e.g. valuation models, estimating cost of capital). You may also build models and create innovative data-based solutions for clients using programming languages, for example in Python, R, SAS, Stata, and VBA. Qualitative Research and Literature Review: You'll conduct comprehensive research, including financial statements, market analysis, literature reviews, document examination, and writing memos to provide insights and support expert reports. Supporting Expert Witnesses: You'll assist in preparing expert reports and presentations, helping our experts present complex economic and financial concepts clearly in legal and regulatory contexts. Collaborating with Team Members: Effective communication and teamwork are critical. You'll work closely with colleagues at all levels, contributing to the development of robust and innovative solutions for our clients. TYPICAL CASES IN SECURITIES (FINANCE) In the Securities practice, you will work on cases such as: Valuation: Creating models to assess value of financial assets, intangible property and securities. Accounting: Assessing a company’s internal controls to identify manipulation and any improper revenue recognition. Identifying patterns of fraud through tracing analysis, flow of funds, and review of financial statements. Securities Regulation: Examining firm trading activities and earnings to assess likelihood of illegal behavior. Bankruptcy and Restructuring: Evaluating restructuring plans, financial disclosures and analyzing recoveries to creditors. White Collar Fraud Investigations: Analyzing large databases of documents and financial information to identify fraud and money laundering, and financial impact on the market. RA CAREER DEVELOPMENT At The Brattle Group, your career growth is a priority. As an RA, you will gain valuable skills in applied economics and finance. You'll discover your strengths and interests, and how to best apply your skills. You will be paired with a peer-level colleague and a manager-level career advisor to help you make the most of your time at Brattle. By the end of your first year, you will have learned to conduct basic research, build spreadsheets and models, present research findings clearly and concisely. You may have also gained experience and aptitude across industries an…