Assistant Economist

Capital Economics is looking for capable and highly motivated economists to join the company as trainees. Our two-year graduate recruitment scheme offers a unique opportunity to train as an applied macroeconomist. Trainees will benefit from rotations in four different teams in the company and from an internal training programme. They will also be eligible for sponsored study for a Masters degree or other post-graduate qualification. This could include a Masters degree, a CFA or other professional finance qualifications depending on individual circumstances.  After completing their two years on the scheme, graduates will join a team as a permanent member of staff. Many have gone on to be promoted into senior positions within the company.

Suitable candidates must have the enthusiasm and determination to succeed as applied macroeconomists. They must be able to learn quickly, write clearly and work to tight deadlines.

Why choose Capital Economics?

At Capital Economics, we are committed to equality, inclusion and diversity, which we believe are critical to help us make better decisions for the company, our employees and our clients. This is particularly important in macroeconomic research, which relies on a diversity of views and opinions to be relevant and insightful. With this in mind, we encourage applications from all candidates regardless of ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender identity. If you need reasonable adjustments to be made to the application process to ensure you are not at a disadvantage to other candidates, please include this in your cover letter. This is applicable if you have a disability or if you are neurodiverse/hold neurodiverse traits.

Please submit a CV with a short covering letter explaining why you want to be a professional economist, why you want to work for Capital Economics and why you are suited to the role. Also, please indicate how you heard about the Capital Economics graduate training scheme.

The deadline for applications is 16th October 2026.

For more details visit our Graduates career page.

Requirements

Suitable candidates must have the enthusiasm and determination to succeed as applied macroeconomists. They must be able to learn quickly, write clearly and work to tight deadlines.

They are likely to be undergraduates in their last year at university, studying economics or a closely related subject. Applicants should have or expect to achieve either a first class degree or strong upper second class degree. Experience with statistical software such as Python and R Studio would be beneficial. Applications from candidates who have limited work experience and/or a Masters degree in economics are also welcome.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus

• 25 days annual leave per annum plus birthday leave

• Enhanced Pension

• Life assurance

• Flexible working policy

• Training & development

• Promotion opportunities

• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies

• Bike to work scheme