My name is Sean Lally, I am an independent executive recruiter and I am conducting a search for a SR Economist for Edmunds.com in Santa Monica. This position has incredible growth potential to quick rise a Chief Economist level as well as joining the executive leadership team
Edmunds wants someone who has excellent communication skills who is an independent and creative thinker, someone who is not afraid to challenge conventional wisdom
SENIOR ECONOMIST
Most consumers know Edmunds as the largest source of information on automobiles in the US market, but our ability to track and interpret vast amounts of consumer information allows us to play an increasing role as a spokesperson for the industry.
Beyond simply reporting trends, we have a growing position as a thought leader by challenging accepted thinking using economic fundamentals applied to the data at our disposal. We are looking for a candidate to fill our new position of Senior Economist to expand these activities within our non-traditional, fast-paced environment.
Edmunds.com is seeking a Senior Economist to conduct economic research on automotive related data and apply economic/behavioral/gaming theories to analyze consumer behavior and industry trends
An ideal candidate will have the ability to blend economic theory, data and insight into human behavior in ways that add clarity to current events. Experience in the auto industry is not required, but a willingness to learn in a collaborative work environment is essential. This individual will work very closely with the Executive team at Edmunds, it should be an exciting position for the right individual.
Location: Santa Monica, CA, headquarters
Responsibilities:
• Partner with the senior management team and the PR department to develop strategies to expand our analysis and coverage of the automotive industry.
• Conduct economic research on automotive related data and apply economic/behavioral/gaming theories to analyze consumer behavior and industry trends
• Develop research reports on issues that may have important impact on consumers or the industry.
• Utilize both public and proprietary information to develop analytical approaches to industry issues
• Monitor government policies and macroeconomic data in the automotive industry and interpret their impact on the industry in areas such as vehicle production, sales, pricing and incentives.
• Serve as an industry expert in business development meetings, industry events and media interviews; participate in media interviews as one of the company’s spokespeople.
Requirements:
• PhD (Economics, Statistics or related quantitative field preferred) with successful track record developing insights supported by appropriate metrics and data
• 5-10 years of experience conducting professional research and analysis
• Working knowledge of SAS or other econometric software and tools
• Excellent communication skills and leadership qualities for regular interactions with executives, media, clients and other contacts
About Edmunds:
Our Web sites consist of Edmunds.com (launched in 1995 as the first automotive information Web site), Inside Line (launched in 2005 and the most-read automotive enthusiast Web site), CarSpace (launched in 2006 as our automotive social networking site), AutoObserver.com (launched in 2007 to provide insightful automotive industry commentary and analysis) and Green Car Advisor (launched in 2007 to provide news and commentary on environmental automotive trends and technologies). Edmunds.com was named "Best Car Research Site" by Forbes ASAP, has been selected by consumers as the "Most Useful Web Site" according to every J.D. Power and Associates New Autoshopper.com Study(SM), was ranked first in the Survey of Car-Shopping Web Sites by The Wall Street Journal and was rated "#1" in Keynote's study of third-party automotive Web sites. Edmunds Inc. is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, and we maintain a satellite office in suburban Detroit.
Benefits:
Edmunds was named as a Distinguished Finalist for the 2008 Top Small Workplaces Award by the Wall Street Journal, in conjunction with Winning Workplaces. The award recognizes employers that have built exemplary workplaces and provide employees with extensive traditional and non-traditional benefits. In a fun, casual work environment Edmunds employees enjoy benefits which include:
• Four weeks of paid time off plus 14 paid holidays
• Cash incentive plan
• Education reimbursement program
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Maternity and parental leave programs
• 401(k) plan with matching contribution
• Subsidized on-site health club membership
• Daily fresh fruit
Please let me know if we can schedule a call to discuss this unique and exciting opportunity
http://www.edmunds.com/
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http://www.carspace.com/
http://www.autoobserver.com/
Sean Lally
Independent Executive Recruiter
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