2026/27 Research Analyst - International Arbitration - Madrid

The Brattle Group
Madrid, Spain
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with a master’s degree in economics or quantitative disciplines who thrive in collaborative, team-based environments and are fluent in English and Spanish.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with a master’s in economics and a track record in data analysis
    — “A master’s degree in economics or another quantitative discipline, with strong academic performance.”
  • Individuals who excel in teamwork and have leadership potential
    — “Great teamwork and leadership skills. Our project work is done almost exclusively in teams.”
  • Proficient in English and Spanish with a willingness to learn new languages
    — “Are fluent in English and Spanish (proficiency in another European language is a plus)”

Things to consider

  • Commitment to high-quality work and client service is a key expectation
    — “A strong sense of ownership and commitment to producing high-quality work.”
  • The role involves exposure to a variety of industries and global teams
    — “You will gain exposure to different industries.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight structured training experience and your ability to build economic models
    — “Structured training in Brattle’s best practices for economic and financial modelling”
  • Showcase prior experience with international disputes and relevant research
    — “Researching economic and financial issues relevant to international disputes”
  • Demonstrate clear communication skills with examples of presenting complex findings
    — “Presenting findings in a compelling way”
  • Emphasize your ability to work collaboratively with senior consultants and experts
    — “Working alongside senior consultants, leading industry experts, and global law firms.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Analyze complex datasets
  • Construct economic and financial models
  • Research economic and financial issues
Typical background
EconomicsQuantitative disciplines

Skills & requirements

Required

Quantitative SkillsData AnalysisEconomic And Financial ModellingResearch

Preferred

CodingPresentation Skills

Stack & domain

Economic And Financial ModellingCodingAnalytical Problem-solvingEconomic ResearchData AnalysisQuantitative MethodsEconomic And Financial IssuesInternational DisputesCompanies And Markets AnalysisCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingCustomer ServicePresentationDocumentationCollaborationShared LearningCorporate FinanceEnergyCompetitionRegulatory Economics

About the role

Original posting from The Brattle Group via Greenhouse

The Brattle Group is looking for a Research Analyst (RA) to work out of our Madrid office.

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 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 looking for intellectually curious, collaborative individuals with strong quantitative skills to join our International Arbitration practice in Madrid, starting as soon as possible. As a Research Analyst (RA), you will contribute to complex and challenging projects from the start, working alongside senior consultants, leading industry experts, and global law firms.

Brattle offers a diverse, stimulating, and collegial environment, where you will have opportunities to develop your analytical and technical skills. Your career will begin with structured training in Brattle’s best practices for economic and financial modelling, coding, and analytical problem-solving. You will continue to develop your expertise through hands-on project experience and ongoing professional training.

Typical Responsibilities

Analysing complex datasets to identify trends and insights

Constructing economic and financial models

Researching economic and financial issues relevant to international disputes

Understanding the debate around key economic developments

Analysing companies and markets

Presenting findings in a compelling way

WHY BRATTLE? 

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.

RA CAREER DEVELOPMENT

At The Brattle Group, your career growth is a priority. As an RA, you will gain valuable skills in applied economics and finance. You'll discover your strengths and interests, and how to best apply your skills. You will be paired with a peer-level buddy and a manager-level career advisor to help you make the most of your time at Brattle. You will develop practical experience in conducting economic research, writing and revising code, collaborating on analytical projects, and communicating findings clearly and concisely. You will also gain exposure to different industries.

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will possess:

A master’s degree in economics or another quantitative discipline, with strong academic performance.

Great teamwork and leadership skills. Our project work is done almost exclusively in teams, so it’s critical that our RAs work well with others. 

Intellectual curiosity and creativity. We are looking for candidates who consistently want to learn more and approach problems with creativity.

A strong sense of ownership and commitment to producing high-quality work. Successful RAs are committed to delivering their best work product, taking ownership of their work, and engaging in excellent client services.

Additionally, we look for candidates who:

Have experience in data analysis

Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills and can communicate complex concepts effectively

Are fluent in English and Spanish (proficiency in another European language is a plus)

THE PROCESS

Please submit the following materials through the link below:

Cover letter

CV

Transcript(s) (unofficial copies accepted)

THE EMPLOYER

The Brattle Group answers complex economic, finance, and regulatory questions for corporations, law firms, and governments around the world. We are distinguished by the clarity of our insights and the credibility of our experts, which include leading international academics and industry specialists. Brattle has 500 talented professionals across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. For more information, please visit brattle.com​.​​​​​

Source: The Brattle Group careers (Greenhouse)

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