Careers

Our success is based on the quality of our staff at all levels of the firm. We are looking for exceptional graduate candidates from leading universities who are passionate about applying economics to real-world problems.

General pre-requisites for success include:

  • An interest in applying economic principles to real-world problems.
  • Ability to explain complex concepts to non-economists.
  • A clear and precise writing style.
  • The ability to work accurately and productively under pressure.
  • Self-motivation.

Language skills (in European languages) are an advantage but not essential. Extremely attractive rewards are on offer to those candidates who join us and perform well. We operate a flexible and meritocratic system of remuneration and promotion, whereby the best candidates can expect to progress rapidly.

Direct applications only please for Analyst, Consulting Associate and Internship positions – agency applications will not be considered.

Testimonials

Patrick Andreoli-Versbach

Principal, PhD Munich
“Working at CRA has given me great insights into antitrust and into industries from fuel to online travel agencies, advertising to ice cream. I was attracted to CRA by the academic rigour involved in their analysis and the highly experienced people I have had the chance to work with.”

Mariam Arutyunyan

Associate Principal, MPhil Cambridge
“CRA provides me with a rare opportunity to work on complex real-world issues while using academic tools and staying on the top of the latest academic research and recent rapid worldwide developments in antitrust regulation. I really enjoy working with my colleagues, who are some of the industry’s most brilliant economists and who challenge me every day.”

Aonghus O'Cochlain

Associate Principal, MSc UCL
“I joined CRA as an analyst after finishing my undergraduate studies, giving me the chance to learn from experienced colleagues and deepen my understanding of competition economics. After working as analyst I continued on to my Masters, which CRA supported me through.”

Current Vacancies

Intern (2024 Start)

Brussels

We are looking to recruit interns for our Brussels office. We are accepting applications from candidates studying economics at either Master or PhD/DPhil level. Candidates should have a strong foundation in microeconomics, preferably with a specialisation in industrial economics and/or econometrics. A high degree of numeracy, a strong writing ability, some research experience and the ability to manipulate data are essential. Our internship will mirror our full-time Analyst role (see below). You will work closely with senior staff on projects across a variety of industries. Tasks will be both varied and interesting and will give the participant a greater understanding of what it is like to work as an economist at CRA.


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Intern (2024 Start)

Düsseldorf/Munich

We are looking to recruit interns for our Düsseldorf/Munich offices. We are accepting applications from candidates studying economics at either Master or PhD/DPhil level. Candidates should have a strong foundation in microeconomics, preferably with a specialisation in industrial economics and/or econometrics. A high degree of numeracy, a strong writing ability, some research experience and the ability to manipulate data are essential. Our internship will mirror our full-time Analyst role (see below). You will work closely with senior staff on projects across a variety of industries. Tasks will be both varied and interesting and will give the participant a greater understanding of what it is like to work as an economist at CRA.


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Intern (2025 Start)

London

We are looking to recruit summer Interns for our London office. We are accepting applications from candidates in their final year of undergraduate study. Candidates should have a strong foundation in microeconomics, preferably with a specialisation in industrial economics and/or econometrics. A high degree of numeracy, a strong writing ability, some research experience and the ability to manipulate data are essential. Our internship will mirror our full-time Analyst role (see below). You will work closely with senior staff on projects across a variety of industries. Tasks will be both varied and interesting and will give the participant a greater understanding of what it is like to work as an economist at CRA.


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Analyst (2025 Start)

London

We have a limited number of positions for applicants with a strong undergraduate degree in economics, but no further qualifications.

Candidates should have (or expect to obtain) a good first degree in economics and a strong background in microeconomics, preferably with a particular interest in industrial economics. Numeracy and the ability to manipulate data and write clearly are also important. Candidates should be able to demonstrate the personal qualities that make a successful consultant.

The position is ideally suited to a candidate considering post-graduate study, but who would appreciate 1-2 year's employment experience and an insight into the world of economic consulting before returning to university for a postgraduate qualification.


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Consulting Associate (2025 Start)

London

The Consulting Associate position - this is the standard entry-level position for applicants with a postgraduate qualification in economics, but little or no relevant experience.

Candidates for these positions must have (or expect to obtain) a good first degree in economics and a postgraduate qualification (MSc/MPhil) in economics from well-regarded institutions graduating between December 2024 and August 2025. They should have a strong foundation in microeconomics, ideally with a specialism in industrial economics although not essential. The candidate must be able to demonstrate the personal qualities that make a successful consultant. A high degree of numeracy and some comfort with data manipulation is essential, and familiarity with econometric techniques would also be an advantage.


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Consulting Associate/Senior Associate

Brussels

We are currently recruiting economists at the Consulting Associate and Senior Associate level for our Brussels office. Candidates must hold a postgraduate qualification (Master or PhD) in economics from well-regarded institutions. They should have a strong foundation in microeconomics, preferably with a specialization in industrial organisation, applied microeconomics or econometrics, and be able to demonstrate the personal qualities that make a successful consultant. Candidates at the Senior Associate level should have several years of relevant experience in consulting, business or with a competition authority.


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Consulting Associate/Senior Associate

Düsseldorf/Munich

We are currently recruiting economists at the Consulting Associate and Senior Associate level for our Düsseldorf/Munich offices. Candidates must hold a postgraduate qualification (Master or PhD) in economics from well-regarded institutions. They should have a strong foundation in microeconomics, preferably with a specialization in industrial organisation, applied microeconomics or econometrics, and be able to demonstrate the personal qualities that make a successful consultant. Candidates at the Senior Associate level should have several years of relevant experience in consulting, business or with a competition authority.


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Senior Associate

Munich

We are currently recruiting German-speaking economists at the Senior Associate level for our Munich office.

We are interested in hearing from PhD candidates as well as experienced Consultants who have prior consulting and competition policy experience.

Candidates, will be expected to rapidly take on genuine responsibility, assisting Vice Presidents and other senior staff by providing conceptual and practical input to competition case work as required. The role brings with it the possibility of working on some of the largest and most significant competition cases in Europe, playing a key role in the shaping of the cases.


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Consulting Associate/Senior Associate (Immediate Hire)

Paris

We are currently recruiting economists at the Consulting Associate and Senior Associate level for our Paris office. We currently have a need for French speaking Consultants to be part of our Competition practice. We are interested in hearing from Masters, PhD candidates as well as experienced Consultants who have prior consulting and competition policy experience.

Candidates, will be expected to rapidly take on genuine responsibility, assisting Vice Presidents and other senior staff by providing conceptual and practical input to competition case work as required. The role brings with it the possibility of working on some of the largest and most significant competition cases in Europe, playing a key role in the shaping of the cases.


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Senior Associate

London

We are currently recruiting economists at the Senior Associate level for our London office. Candidates must hold a postgraduate qualification (Master or PhD) in economics from well-regarded institutions. They should have a strong foundation in microeconomics, preferably with a specialization in industrial organisation, applied microeconomics or econometrics, and be able to demonstrate the personal qualities that make a successful consultant. If not a recent PhD graduate, candidates at the Senior Associate level should have a Masters degree and several years of relevant experience in consulting, business or with a competition authority.

Candidates, will be expected to rapidly take on genuine responsibility, assisting Vice Presidents and other senior staff by providing conceptual and practical input to competition case work as required. The role brings with it the possibility of working on some of the largest and most significant competition cases in Europe, playing a key role in the shaping of the cases.


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Associate Principal/Principal

Brussels

We are currently recruiting at the Associate Principal and Principal level for our Brussels office. Candidates must hold a postgraduate qualification (Master or PhD) in economics from well-regarded institutions. They should have a strong foundation in microeconomics, preferably with a specialization in industrial organisation, applied microeconomics or econometrics, and be able to demonstrate the personal qualities that make a successful consultant. Candidates at the Associate Principal or Principal level should have several years of relevant experience in consulting, business or with a competition authority.

Senior candidates should be able to demonstrate an ability to manage more junior colleagues and to have extensive client contact at an early stage.

Successful candidates will be expected to take on genuine responsibility, providing conceptual and practical input to cases. In return, we offer an attractive remuneration package and a dynamic and intellectually challenging working environment.


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Associate Principal/Principal

London

Applicants for senior positions should have extensive and relevant experience preferably in economic/antitrust consultancy, as well as a strong academic background in economics. We are always interested in applications from candidates who have relevant experience and might therefore be suitable for a more senior position within us. The basic prerequisites for such candidates are the same as for entry-level positions, in that a strong academic background in economics is essential. However, candidates should also have professional experience in economic consultancy, competition/regulatory authorities, or other employment with relevance to our areas of work. Senior candidates should be able to demonstrate an ability to manage more junior colleagues and to have extensive client contact at an early stage.

Recruiting Timeline: Senior level candidates are considered on a rolling basis throughout the year by means of a full curriculum vitae and covering letter. Please detail in your covering letter your geographic preference (Brussels, London or Munich) and why you are interested in the European Antitrust and Competition Economics practice.


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Don't see what you're looking for?

We are always on the lookout for candidates for

Internships
Economic Analyst
Consulting Associate
Senior Associate (PhD)
Senior consulting roles

If you’d like to apply speculatively, please send a CV and cover letter to:

campus@crai.com

Please detail in your covering letter your geographic preference (Brussels, London or Munich) and why you are interested in the European Antitrust and Competition Economics practice.