Economist, Economic Forecasting

The Conference Board of Canada (CBoC) is the nation's largest independent applied research organization offering unbiased, evidence-based information and analysis to both industry, NGOs and federal/provincial governments. We have one of the country's largest private economic analysis and forecasting teams and are widely recognized for expert economic forecasting, modeling, and leading analysis. CBoC undertakes research to address the most pressing issues in Economics, Innovation and Technology, Human Capital, Sustainability, Immigration, Indigenous and Northern Communities, Education and Skills, and Health. Our social science research provides actionable pathways to solutions. Simply put, we deliver insights that help Canada's leaders cut through the noise and make informed decisions.

We are seeking an Economist to join the Economic Forecasting team.

Our Ideal Candidate is…

• Your drive for quality, reflecting professional values in every task and interaction.
• A self-starter mentality, thriving in a virtual work setting.
• Stellar organizational and time management skills, coupled with proactive communication.
• Having a home office environment that provides for a productive, professional, and safe work environment during regular working hours is a requirement of this role

We are a virtual organization and as a remote worker you must be comfortable and able to work 100 per cent of the time from a home office in Canada. To be successful as a remote worker you need to have a self-starter attitude, possess strong organizational and time management skills and be a proactive communicator. Having a home office environment that provides for a productive, professional, and safe work environment during regular working/business hours is a requirement of this role. This includes internet service and a reliable connection.

About the Role

Some of the things you will do every day:

• Conduct economic analyses, maintaining accuracy and adherence to methodologies.
• Create forecasts for industries and geographies within Canada, including provincial and city economies, and a variety of industries.
• Keep up to date on area of responsibilities by tracking trends through news sources and other economic publications.
• Present on economic topics to internal and external audiences
• Synthesize findings into clear, compelling reports that meet our high standards.
• Foster relationships with key stakeholders, delivering unparalleled service.
• Navigate multiple projects with precision, meeting all deadlines with high-quality outputs.
• Contribute to a positive work environment.

About You

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Educational Requirements: An advanced degree in Economics (Master's or PhD).
• Economic Knowledge: A strong understanding of the Canadian economy's structure and dynamics.
• Programming Experience: Demonstrated experience programming in at least one common language (EViews, Python, R, Matlab, STATA)
• Strong Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate both in writing and orally
• Research Rigor: Strong research capabilities and proficiency in distilling complex concepts from diverse sources.
• Interpersonal Skills: Outstanding skills in engaging with colleagues, clients and outside experts, ensuring superior customer service and collaborations.
• Professional Skills: Commitment to producing high quality work and demonstrating professional values in all aspects of work and interactions with colleagues and customers.

Nice to Haves:

• Advanced knowledge of EViews.
• Experience with Statistics Canada data, especially the System of National Accounts and North American Industry Classification System.
• Experience programmatically sourcing data from various providers, such as eData, Haver, Statistics Canada, IMF, and OECD especially through APIs.
• Demonstrated experience with PowerBI.
• Experience in writing economic reports for a non-technical audience.
• Demonstrated experience presenting economic topics to a business audience.
• Experience with applied econometrics in a professional setting, especially with applications in macroeconomics.
• Experience simulating macroeconomic shocks and discussing results.
• Fluency in both official languages.

Benefits

At CBoC, we believe that putting People First is key to our success and attracting the best people. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive and we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Virtual First – work from home anywhere across Canada with a budget to set up your home office.
• A workplace where your hard work is not just valued, but actively celebrated. We take pride in our commitment to recognizing and rewarding the exceptional talent that drives our success through our Recognition programs.
• Healthcare benefits from Day One to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including a $2,500 benefit for Psychologist, Social Worker or Psychotherapist services
• Work/Life Balance: In addition to 20 days annual vacation, we close between Christmas Day and New Year's Day, observe 13 holidays per year and offer Friday afternoon closures.
• A modern, defined benefit (DB) pension plan: We care about your future and offer a pension plan with a 5% match from Day One
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP): We understand that life can be unpredictable and challenging and EFAP supports you and your family during difficult times.
• Maternity and parental leave top-up plan

The hiring zone for this position is $67,320-$79,200 annually for candidates from any Canadian province or territory. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, specific skillsets, as well as market and business considerations. The full compensation band for this position ranges from $67,320-$91,080. The recruiter can share more information about compensation for the position during the hiring process. This job posting is for an existing vacancy within CBoC. We are actively seeking to fill this role with a qualified candidate.

We value the unique skills, experiences, and insights that each employee brings to The Conference Board of Canada. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please email and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in The Conference Board of Canada. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.