What are the responsibilities and job description for the Energy Associate position at The Brattle Group?
We are seeking an Energy Associate to work in our Boston or DC office.
We help our clients address the most important economic issues facing the electricity sector of the future, in the context of regulatory proceedings, business planning, and litigation, where we are renowned for the highest quality, most objective work. Topics include: how to meet electricity needs and environmental objectives efficiently and reliably through wholesale electricity market design, transmission planning, renewable energy procurements, enhanced utility resource planning, and integration of distributed energy resources and load flexibility; developing and evaluating clean energy policy instruments; facilitating electrification of transportation and other sectors; developing innovative utility business models to enable distributed energy resources, load flexibility, electrification, and efficiency; modernizing retail rates, including dynamic rates and performance-based rates; establishing risk management strategies against increased exposures to extreme stress; and determining the costs to provide electric service and appropriate rates of return for regulated assets.
Client assignments involve a combination of listening to client needs and formulating into problem statements, and conceptualizing analytical approaches; conducting research, quantitative analysis, and modeling of industry data; applying finance and economic theory; developing innovative approaches; reviewing and refining work to the highest quality standard; communicating findings clearly through presentations and written work products. Our work is frequently submitted as expert analysis and testimony in regulatory proceedings and disputes.
Energy Associates work as part of a team on consulting engagements in a collegial, development-centered community. We provide our Energy Associates with a variety of experiences and personalized development opportunities while working with industry-leading experts. Energy Associates are central members of each project team responsible for developing problem-solving approaches, project management, supervising the project team, preparing client deliverables, developing client relationships, and building personal expertise in new areas. As they gain valuable hands-on project experience, Energy Associates also become more involved in marketing and business development efforts.
The Brattle Group’s most central firm value is people development. We provide continuous training and personalized mentorship. Energy Associates with strong performance are promoted to Senior Energy Associates then can progress toward becoming Principals of the firm.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Strong background in economics and/or finance and interest in the energy sector
- PhD in Economics, Public Policy or related fields with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis; OR MBA or Master’s degree with a focus in Economics and 4 years of research or professional experience in a related field
Ideal Candidates Will Possess or Have a Desire to Develop:
- Demonstrated potential and enthusiasm to develop new expertise areas, develop professionally, and help identify innovative solutions for our clients
- Pre or postgraduate work experience in a related field
- Exceptional writing, presentation, and verbal communications skills
- Strong analytic, quantitative, and practical problem-solving skills such as econometrics, statistics, programming, modeling, or applied mathematics
- Flexibility to use a variety of conceptual frameworks and analytical tools from across different disciplines
- Intellectual curiosity
- An entrepreneurial drive
- Strong relationship and team-building skills
- Desire to work in a collaborative team environment
- Demonstrated record of outstanding academic and/or practical accomplishment such as publications in academic journals
To be considered for the Energy Associate position, please submit the following materials:
- Cover letter
- CV/resume
- A writing sample/research paper
- Graduate and undergraduate transcripts (unofficial copies accepted)
Brattle offers a competitive benefits package, base salary, and bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance. The anticipated base gross salary range for this position in Washington, DC is $160,000 - $165,000 annually. Actual salary will depend on a variety of factors, including experience and training.
Salary : $160,000 - $165,000
