Economist Trainee (m/f/d)

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Clients & Markets

Management Level

Intern/Trainee

Job Description & Summary

Pwc Luxembourg is hiring an Economist Trainee (m/f/d). What if it was you?

Who we are: PwC Luxembourg (www.pwc.lu) is the largest professional services firm in Luxembourg with over 3,800 people employed from 90 different countries. PwC Luxembourg provides audit, tax and advisory services including management consulting, transaction, financing and regulatory advice. The firm provides advice to a wide variety of clients from local and middle market entrepreneurs to large multinational companies operating from Luxembourg and the Greater Region. The firm helps its clients create the value they are looking for by contributing to the smooth operation of the capital markets and providing advice through an industry-focused approach. 

 

At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. We’re a network of firms in 149 countries with more than 370,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, advisory and tax services. Find out more and tell us what matters to you by visiting us at www.pwc.com and www.pwc.lu. 

Your mission: Our Market Research Centre, based out of Luxembourg, is expanding and we are looking for people who are eager to work in a dynamic and rewarding environment. The centre is responsible for analysing current and future market trends, as well as conduct competitor and product analysis within the financial services industry and its different sub-sectors (including asset management, private banking, insurance, etc).

In this role you will participate in the realisation of thought leadership reports, surveys, client assignments and other studies for PwC, or on behalf of PwC clients. These analyses may concern one specific country or have a European and/or worldwide coverage. You will also Perform research and data analysis, develop hypothesis, and publish thought leadership reports, surveys, and other studies for PwC, or on behalf of PwC clients.

Be a part of our team where you will:

• Support senior economists in performing descriptive statistics analysis, univariate and multivariate analysis, econometric modelling and forecasts, using statistical tools (excellent command of Excel, STATA or any other statistical software is a prerequisite); knowledge of forecasting and predictive analysis is a must;
• Participate in the design of methodologies to be applied on specific economic issues;
• Support data collection from business databases and recognised sources to build data sets (time series, cross-section and panel data sets);
• Explore and exam data to find hidden patterns;
• Leverage technologies to create automated workflows and processes;
• Visualize data using adequate software tools, such as PowerBI, Tableau, SAP SAC, Excel, etc.;
• Leverage data analytics systems, models (e.g. forecasting, predictive), languages (e.g. Python, R) and methodologies to analyse data and create insight;
• Prepare and update presentations for internal and external use;
• Assist senior market analysts in writing reports on given client assignments and research topics.
  
  

Let’s Talk About You. If You...

• Are currently studying economics, statistics, or data science (Master’s degree level or equivalent) and need to complete a minimum six-month internship starting in June, July, or September as part of your studies;
• Possess proficient computer skills, particularly in Excel, STATA, R (or other relevant statistical software), and Microsoft Office, along with strong organizational abilities;
• Excel in written, analytical, and verbal communication in English;
• Demonstrate autonomy, rigor, curiosity, and a proactive mindset;
• Have a critical mindset, challenge ideas, and think outside the box;
• Can handle stress effectively and manage multiple demands and requirements.
• You are the candidate we are looking for!
  
  

A final word about us: At PwC, we believe diversity is the representation of all the characteristics that make us both alike and unique. Our backgrounds, cultures, nationalities, lifestyles, identities, opinions and beliefs, approaches to solving problems, ways of working, and views of personal and professional success, all add value to the services we deliver to our clients. Our objective is to nurture an inclusive environment where a diversity mindset is ingrained, and inclusion is the norm. We constantly focus on respecting and valuing individual differences.

Ready to grow your potential, reaching excellence together? Apply to the position now!

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For more information about the Market Research Centre, visit

https://www.pwc.lu/en/market-research-centre.html.

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Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Brand Management, Business Analysis, Business Data Analytics, Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools (BIRT), Business Intelligence Dashboards, Communication, Competitor Intelligence, Data Modeling, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Intelligence Analysis, Local Market Trends, Marketing Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Market Insight, Market Intelligence (MI), Market Monitoring, Market Research, Market Trends, Optimism { 4 more}

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