2026 Research Analyst - International Arbitration (12-Month Contract)

The Brattle Group is looking for a Research Analyst – International Arbitration, to work out of our London office on a fixed term contract of 12 months, with fluency in English and German required.

ABOUT THE BRATTLE GROUP AND ECONOMIC CONSULTING

The Brattle Group is a leading global economic and litigation consulting firm. We provide expert analysis and testimony in legal disputes, regulatory proceedings, and business strategy. Our teams apply economic, financial, and analytical expertise to solve complex problems and provide strategic insights for our clients. At The Brattle Group, we bridge the gap between economic theory and real-world application, helping clients make informed decisions in areas such as corporate finance, energy, competition, and regulatory economics.

WHAT IS ECONOMIC CONSULTING?

Economic consulting involves using economic theories, quantitative methods, and data analysis to address legal and business challenges. Consultants work on high-stakes projects, providing expert testimony and strategic advice to law firms, corporations, and government agencies. Our work influences major decisions and outcomes in legal cases and business strategies worldwide.

RESEARCH ANALYST – INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION  

We are seeking an intellectually curious team player with strong quantitative and analytical skills to join our London office as a Research Analyst for a fixed-term contract (FTC) of 12 months from September 2026. This role will support our International Arbitration practice, where you will participate in project teams with senior consulting staff and leading industry experts, analysing complex matters such as asset valuation, international arbitration in the energy market and varied infrastructure related projects.

About the Role

As a Research Analyst, you will play an integral role in project teams, contributing to complex economic and financial analyses related to international disputes. You will gain hands-on experience in economic consulting and develop practical skills in data analysis, modelling, and research.

Typical Responsibilities

• Combining economic theory and industry knowledge to solve real problems
• Diving into data, using statistical analyses to extract information from messy data
• Constructing models from a blend of theoretical concepts to answer complex questions
• Reviewing literature and industry trends to understand the debate around key developments
• Analysing companies and markets; understand, perform, and supervise statistical/econometric analysis and estimate cost of capital

WHY BRATTLE?

• Gain hands-on experience in economic consulting with exposure to international arbitration cases.
• Work in a collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment alongside experts in the field.
• Benefit from ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Be part of a diverse and dynamic team within a globally recognised firm.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Will have completed a Master's degree by September 2026 in Economics, Finance, or a quantitative discipline with strong academic performance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English & German (fluency in another European language is a plus).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data.
• Exceptional experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Stata, R, or Python is highly desirable.
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

THE PROCESS

Please submit the following materials through the link below:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Transcript(s) (unofficial copies accepted)