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Senior Economic Mobility Research Specialist

Reston, VA · On-site

$95K - $121K/yr

SENIOR ECONOMIC MOBILITY RESEARCH SPECIALIST ICF is actively seeking a Senior Economic Mobility ... Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work on ...

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What is the difference between Economic Manager vs Financial Analyst?

AspectEconomic ManagerFinancial Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Economics, Finance, or related fieldBachelor's in Finance, Economics, or related field; certifications like CFA are common
Work EnvironmentCorporate, government agencies, consulting firmsFinancial institutions, corporations, investment firms
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in strategic planning, policy analysis, economic forecastingUsed in investment analysis, budgeting, financial reporting
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding strategic economic rolesAnalyzing financial data and investment opportunities

The Economic Manager focuses on economic analysis, policy, and strategic planning within organizations or government, while the Financial Analyst concentrates on financial data, investment decisions, and budgeting. Both roles require strong analytical skills and relevant credentials, but they serve different functions in the business and economic landscape.

What do economic managers do?

Economic managers analyze economic data, develop policies, and oversee financial strategies to promote economic stability and growth within organizations or government agencies. They often use statistical tools and economic models to inform decision-making and may coordinate with other departments or stakeholders. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of economic principles are essential for this role.

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Economic Consultant

Richmond, VA • On-site

Chmura Economics & Analytics
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$85K - $100K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

The Economic Consultant is responsible for independently managing consulting engagements and delivering economic analysis that helps clients solve complex business and workforce challenges. This role conducts economic and labor market research, applies quantitative and econometric techniques, and develops data-driven recommendations that support client decision-making.
Working directly with clients, the Economic Consultant manages multiple projects simultaneously, presents research findings, and contributes to proposal development and thought leadership initiatives. This position requires strong analytical skills, sound professional judgment, and the ability to translate complex economic concepts into practical business insights
Essential Responsibilities
Consulting & Economic Analysis
  • Conduct independent research on local, regional, and national economic and labor market issues.
  • Collect, analyze, validate, and interpret quantitative data to support consulting engagements.
  • Apply forecasting techniques, econometric methods, and economic models to address client business and workforce challenges.
  • Develop data-driven recommendations based on research findings and economic analysis.
  • Prepare reports, presentations, and consulting deliverables for technical and executive audiences.
  • Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable business insights.
Project Management & Client Engagement
  • Independently manage multiple consulting engagements while balancing competing priorities and deadlines.
  • Coordinate project timelines, deliverables, and client expectations to ensure successful project completion.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients throughout consulting engagements.
  • Present research findings and recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Support proposal development and contribute to statements of work for prospective clients.
Continuous Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to improve consulting methodologies, analytical tools, and internal processes.
  • Contribute to knowledge sharing and consulting best practices across the organization.
  • Support research publications, webinars, and other thought leadership initiatives.
  • Continue developing expertise in emerging economic research methods, software, and consulting practices.

Requirements
Required
  • Master's degree in Economics or a related quantitative field.
  • 2-5 years of experience in applied economics, consulting, or a related analytical field.
  • Experience applying econometric techniques, forecasting methodologies, and economic models.
  • Experience managing consulting projects and client deliverables.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Preferred Skills
  • Economic and labor market analysis
  • Quantitative and statistical analysis
  • Economic modeling and forecasting
  • Client consulting and relationship management
  • Project management
  • Data visualization and presentation development
  • Proposal development
  • Technical writing
Core Competencies
Analytical Thinking
Independently evaluates complex data, applies advanced analytical methodologies, and develops sound economic analyses that support client decision-making.
Communication
Communicates technical concepts effectively to technical and non-technical audiences through reports, presentations, and client discussions.
Collaboration
Builds productive relationships across consulting teams and business functions while contributing to shared project goals and organizational success.
Customer Focus
Anticipates client needs and delivers thoughtful, data-driven solutions that create measurable value.
Accountability
Independently manages priorities, follows through on commitments, and consistently delivers high-quality work on time.
Continuous Improvement
Identifies opportunities to improve consulting methodologies, analytical tools, and internal processes while contributing to organizational knowledge sharing.
Professional Judgment
Exercises independent judgment when resolving standard and moderately complex consulting challenges and recognizes when collaboration or additional expertise is needed for highly complex issues.
Salary Description
$85,000 - $100,000

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