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Lead EconomistCorner Alliance • Washington, DC, US
Lead Economist

Lead Economist

Corner Alliance • Washington, DC, US
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Corner Alliance is a dynamic, growing consulting firm that devotes itself to providing an enriching employee experience while working in meaningful ways to create results for the government.

We are currently seeking a Lead Economist with 8+ years experience to join our team and fully embrace our commitment to deliver, grow and thrive.   About the Role :

  • Corner Alliance is supporting our Federal government client in delivering high-impact economic and policy analysis related to broadband, spectrum, and next-generation communications technologies.
  • Our team provides expertise in financial modeling, spectrum valuation, and socio-economic impact evaluation to help inform national policy and investment decisions.
  • You will be trusted to provide strong analytical and project management skills to support senior subject matter experts and direct the day-to-day execution of complex economic studies.

This position will collaborate closely with senior advisors to ensure high-quality, timely, and policy-relevant deliverables.  Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) :

  • Lead the development and execution of economic models, forecasts, and financial analyses related to spectrum valuation, FirstNet market performance, and broadband deployment.  Translate senior economic guidance (e.g., from SME advisors) into actionable modeling and analysis tasks for the project team.  Manage data acquisition, validation, and econometric workflows in collaboration with analysts and data scientists.  Oversee day-to-day deliverables, ensuring analytical rigor, accuracy, and compliance with federal standards.  Prepare briefing materials, memos, and visualizations for client leadership and interagency stakeholders.  Coordinate closely with Corner Alliance’s Project Manager to maintain project timelines, track milestones, and report progress.  Mentor junior economists and analysts in quantitative and policy methods.  Carry out our Commitments to Deliver, Grow, and Thrive.  Location :   Primarily remote, with periodic meetings in Washington, DC.

    • Flexible engagement options available :

  • Part-time SME or full-time (1.0 FTE)  1099 or W-2 employment  Required Experience / Skills :    Bachelor's degree.  8+ years of experience in applied economics, financial modeling, or policy analysis within telecommunications, broadband, or related sectors.  Demonstrated expertise in regulatory and market economics, particularly around infrastructure or spectrum markets.  Strong experience with data-driven policy analysis, econometrics, and economic modeling tools (R, Python, Stata, or equivalent).  Proven ability to manage complex analyses and coordinate between technical and policy stakeholders.  Exceptional writing and presentation skills for non-technical audiences.  US citizenship and the ability to pass public trust clearance or suitability  Preferred Experience / Skills :   Master’s or Ph.D. in Economics, Applied Economics, or related field.  Prior experience supporting federal clients (NTIA, FCC, DOC, or similar).  Don’t think you have everything for this role but are still very interested?

    • Please don’t hold back from applying because you may not have it all.

  • You can learn and grow with us.

    • We're looking for someone who is coachable, unflappable in navigating challenges, resourceful in learning new skills, innovative in challenging the status quo, excellent in writing, analytical in thinking, skilled in prioritization, and a rapport builder with clients and colleagues.  About Us :

  • Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full-time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2-5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all hands update meetings, annual in-person all hands team building day and evening out, regular check-ins for professional growth goals, semi-monthly one on one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.   Corner Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law.
  • We are dedicated to building a talented workforce that reflects the strength of our society and our shared commitment to excellence.

    • In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Corner Alliance please call (202) 754-8120 or email recruiting@corneralliance.com .

    Corner Alliance participates in the E-verify program and will provide the Federal Government with Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S.  Visit us at www.corneralliance.com to learn more.  Securing Your Data :

  • Beware of fake employment opportunities using Corner Alliance’s name.
  • Corner Alliance will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Corner Alliance ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work).
  • Further, Corner Alliance will only communicate with you through our ATS system JazzHR and / or emails that are generated by the corneralliance.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc.
  • If you received an email purporting to be from Corner Alliance that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at recruiting@corneralliance.com .
  • If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S.

    • Federal Trade Commission .  Salary :

  • Approximate Compensation Estimate : $75 - $115 per hour  The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range of candidates hired.
  • Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, and comparison to other employees already in this role.  Powered by JazzHR
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