Principal Labor Economist

Establish and expand thought leadership in labor economics through publications, speaking engagements, and industry engagement Define and advance the strategic direction of workforce and labor market analytics aligned to long-term business objectives Lead complex, high-impact, cross-functional initiatives with significant visibility and strategic importance Develop advanced economic models, forecasting frameworks, and scenario analyses to guide strategic planning Integrate large-scale internal workforce data with external macroeconomic and financial indicators to produce differentiated insights Anticipate economic, regulatory, and market shifts, translating them into new analytical approaches and product opportunities Partner with product, strategy, and data science teams to embed economic insights into client-facing solutions Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, influencing decisions through data-driven recommendations Communicate complex economic concepts clearly to executive, technical, and external audiences Mentor and elevate team capability in advanced economic analysis, modeling, and methodology You are a recognized expert in labor economics with a strong understanding of financial systems and macroeconomic dynamics. You bring both intellectual rigor and strategic influence, with a proven ability to translate complex economic insights into business impact. Master's or PhD in Economics, Econometrics, or related discipline 7-10+ years of experience in economic analysis, including exposure to financial services (banking, asset management, fintech, or consulting) Deep expertise in labor economics and its intersection with macroeconomic and financial trends Strong experience developing advanced econometric models, forecasting frameworks, and analytical methodologies Expertise working with large, complex datasets and modern statistical/AI-driven techniques Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive outcomes across complex, cross-functional initiatives Proven external presence (publications, speaking engagements, industry involvement) Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify and translate complex concepts for diverse audiences Experience embedding analytics into products or client-facing solutions