Forensic Economist

Job summary

The role involves analyzing financial data to calculate economic damages and preparing expert reports for personal injury and wrongful death claims. The successful candidate will also serve as an expert witness by testifying in court.

Job details

Associated Economic Consultants (2017) Ltd. is accepting applications for a forensic economist to work in our Vancouver office. As a forensic economist, you will analyze data, calculate economic damages and prepare reports. You will also testify in court as an expert witness. Principal Duties * Review financial and employment-related documentation * Conduct economic and financial analysis * Interact with clients (law firms) and other team members * Prepare expert reports on damages in the areas of personal injury law and wrongful death claims * Testify in court * Perform statistical research projects, as required Skills Required * Proficiency in economic research and statistics, including data collection, quantitative analysis, and interpretation of results * Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing clear reports and explaining technical findings to non-specialist audiences * Fluency in English * High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines * Professional integrity, sound judgment, and comfort working in a confidential, litigation-oriented environment * Proficiency in Corel Suite and Microsoft Office, especially Quattro Pro and Excel * Willingness to testify in court * Ability to travel Qualifications * Master’s degree in economics * Completed coursework in labour economics * At least 3 years of work experience in the field of economics * Actuarial and/or accounting background is considered an asset * Programming capabilities in Quattro Pro and Excel are considered an asset * Court experience and/or expert certification is considered an asset What We Have to Offer * Competitive total compensation package (salary and benefits) * Eligibility for performance bonuses * Career growth opportunities Application Process * Please apply through LinkedIn with your résumé and any additional materials requested in the application process * Provide at least two work references * We sincerely thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted

What you’ll do

The role involves analyzing financial data to calculate economic damages and preparing expert reports for personal injury and wrongful death claims. The successful candidate will also serve as an expert witness by testifying in court.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in economics with coursework in labour economics and at least 3 years of professional experience. Proficiency in statistical analysis and software like Excel and Quattro Pro is required.

Benefits

• Competitive Total Compensation Package • Performance Bonuses • Career Growth Opportunities

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Economic Research
• Statistics
• Quantitative Analysis
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Data Collection
• Corel Suite
• Microsoft Office
• Quattro Pro
• Excel
• Expert Witness Testimony
• Financial Analysis

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Legal
• Consulting
• Data & Analytics
• Science & Research