Economic Developer Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Who We Are:

We are one of the world's leading economic consulting firms. We strive to recruit and develop talented people to work together to produce meaningful economic analysis of exceptional quality, and to create a positive impact on our clients and society.

Our Competition Practice provides expert economic advice on competition policy, economic and financial regulation, public policy and the assessment of damages in complex disputes.

About the Role

We are hiring Analysts to join our Competition and Finance Practices in Summer 2027.

As an Analyst, you will typically work on multiple projects simultaneously, building a diverse skill set while contributing meaningfully across all phases of a project, from early-stage research and data gathering through the preparation of expert reports, government filings, and other materials for clients. You will work closely with other analysts, economists, and case managers on a range of quantitative and qualitative tasks. The work is substantive from day one: your analyses will directly support the economists and experts whose work informs regulatory decisions, litigation outcomes, and important business and policy decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct quantitative research and analysis, including compiling, cleaning, and, analyzing large data sets.

Conduct qualitative research and analysis, including reviewing, summarizing, and identifying relevant information from academic papers, analyst reports, press releases, industry literature and a wide range of documents produced in litigation.

Create tables, charts, and other visual representations of analyses.

Summarize and communicate research and analytical findings to team embers and clients.

Ensure accuracy of work product using established audit and quality control processes.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for intellectually curious, analytically minded candidates who are eager to apply economic thinking to real-world issues. A strong academic foundation matters, but so does the drive to keep learning once you're here.

Required qualifications:

Strong academic background with a bachelor's degree in economics, finance, or a related quantitative field

Demonstrated quantitative and qualitative research and analytical skills.

Strong interest in Economics/Finance, statistical programming and data analysis.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred qualifications:

Significant coursework in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, data science, or other quantitative fields
Introductory knowledge of Stata, SAS, R, Python or other statistical software
Strong time management skills, with the ability to complete multiple tasks on tight deadlines while maintaining close attention to detail

Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

Your Development

At Compass Lexecon, the Analyst role is designed to be a valuable launching pad for your career. From day one, the firm is committed to helping new analysts grow and succeed by providing mentorship, comprehensive onboarding training, and on-the-job learning opportunities through a diverse range of casework. The analytical depth and breadth of industry exposure you gain here provides exceptional preparation for the next stage of your career, whether that means graduate school or continued growth within the firm. This role is outstanding preparation for graduate programs in economics, business, public policy and law, and our alumni have been accepted into programs at top universities.Many of our senior economists and leaders began their careers as analysts, and we take that trajectory seriously as well. Whichever path you choose, we are committed to your long-term development.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript, and writing sample. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Candidates should indicate which of the following opportunities they are interested in, and may indicate additional locations/practices on cover letter and application:

Finance Practice

Chicago, IL

New York, NY

Competition Practice

Boston, MA

Chicago, IL

Los Angeles, CA

Washington, DC

We acknowledge that AI is now commonly used for drafting, however we emphasize the importance of personalization to truly reflect your unique experiences. We are able to recognize applications that are solely created using AI and those that demonstrate individuality.

Position Classification: Non-Exempt

The base salary for this position is $105,000 plus overtime. Analysts are also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus after their first year, which is based on several factors, including but not limited to employee performance and the overall performance of the firm. Additional compensation may be considered based on relevant work experience, education, and skills.Compass Lexecon offers a compensation and benefits package competitive with other leading economic consulting firms.