Economic Analyst - Tourism Economics

Department: Tourism Economics US

Location: Philadelphia, US

Description

Tourism Economics is a subsidiary of Oxford Economics dedicated to analytical consulting in the tourism sector. We are seeking a high-caliber Economic Analyst to join our team, based in our Wayne or Philadelphia, PA (USA) offices.

Our clients include destination marketing organizations at the city, state, and national levels; leading industry trade associations; and major corporate owners, operators, and brands in the travel sector. We have a longstanding relationship with many of our clients, typically through subscription-based services or recurring studies. We serve a global client base from our offices in the US and UK.

Examples Of Our Work Include

• quantifying the economic impact of visitors, events, and destination marketing;
• tracking, modeling, and forecasting travel sector performance; and,
• conducting policy and market analysis, and bespoke research.
  
  

Our client base continues to expand across our consulting services and this position will assist in data collection, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and preparation and delivery of final analyses.

This individual must have an aptitude for numbers and strong analytical skills, as well as communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills. This position reports to the Head of Destination Studies and works closely with senior staff across our consulting practice. The role will include daily interaction with a talented team, including economists and experienced team leaders. A self-starter, eager-to-learn, and resourceful individual will be a great addition to the growing practice.

Attention to detail is critical and applicants should take pride in producing accurate work on a timely basis in collaboration with colleagues. This position offers strong opportunities for skill development and personal growth as part of a small, highly capable, and growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Collects and analyzes key third-party statistics
• Manages and updates existing recurring research including charts, reports, and presentations
• Conducts, analyzes and produces high-quality work requiring accuracy in calculations, completeness of data, and adherence to prescribed methodology
• Synthesizes large amounts of information and communicates key findings clearly and concisely
• Contributes on online survey research and other client research programs
• Maintains contact databases
• Supports research projects of varying complexity
• Other duties, as required
  
  

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in relevant field (e.g. Economics, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or Statistics)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Detail-oriented, organized, and possesses finely tuned skills in data collection and compiling information
• Familiarity with publicly available data sources (e.g., U.S. Census, BLS/BEA, Statistics Canada) and data platforms such as CoStar and others is a plus
• Proven success with working both independently and in teams within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
• Have initiative and resourcefulness
• Experience in consulting is preferred
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Oxford Economics is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.