Economic Consultant, Antitrust

Coherent Economics Economic Consultant, AntitrustJOE r: 2026
- Posted: 10/07/2026

Position Title/Short Description

Title:

Economic Consultant, Antitrust Section:
Full-Time Nonacademic Locations:
Chicago, Illinois, UNITED STATES Boston, Massachusetts, UNITED STATES College Station, Texas, UNITED STATESJEL Classifications:

L -- Industrial Organization D -- Microeconomics Keywords:
Economic consulting
Litigation
Antitrust Salary Range: $200,000-$260,000, 20% annual bonus

Full Text of JOE Listing:

We are seeking a Consultant to join Coherent Economics to support a wide range of matters with a primary focus on antitrust matters. Ideal candidates are PhD graduates who are looking to begin their careers in economic consulting. At Coherent, you will learn how to apply your research, econometric, and analytical expertise to real-world business, litigation, and regulatory matters.
In this role you will have meaningful experience analyzing large datasets using Python, SQL, or Stata, and experience working with cloud computing platforms such as Databricks or Snowflake. You will contribute to complex, high-impact engagements, learn from senior economists and work closely with case managers and project teams to deliver rigorous, well-supported economic analysis.
Consultants must be able to create work product with an exceptionally high level of attention to detail and precision, while also contextualizing their work within the broader case, all while learning to provide good instruction and feedback to Analysts. Consultants are expected to be advanced in data analysis, detailed research, preparing professional work product, and to have a working knowledge of the economic consulting industry.

They are expected to design and oversee discrete projects, supervise and mentor Analysts, think critically about the cases they work on, and communicate effectively with case managers, Experts, and Clients.
Successful candidates will bring strong quantitative and qualitative skills, including proficiency in data analysis, detailed economic and industry research, and the preparation of clear, professional work product. Consultants should be comfortable managing tasks independently, exercising sound judgment, and collaborating effectively as part of a case team.
Training & Onboarding:
Our onboarding program is designed to help new Consultants transition from academia to consulting through a combination of employee-led training modules, presentations from Partners and senior leadership, case-based learning, and mentorship from experienced colleagues. New Consultants quickly become integral members of case teams, working alongside senior economists, experts, and case managers to address complex economic questions and deliver rigorous, data-driven analyses.

At Coherent, we are committed to investing in our people and building long-term careers. As your career progresses, you will have opportunities to take on increasingly complex analyses, develop expertise in antitrust and other areas of economic consulting, contribute to case strategy, mentor junior team members, and assume greater responsibility for managing projects and client engagements. We believe the strongest consultants combine technical excellence with sound judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Analysis
Design and oversee discrete analyses and projects while managing time effectively
Analyze data using Microsoft Excel, Stata, SQL, Python, and other analytical tools
Identify, diagnose, and solve complex data and analytical problems
Review, summarize, and analyze discovery materials
Think critically about both individual work and the work of others
Mentorship & Management
Supervise Analysts and provide training, and mentorship
Support the professional development of junior staff through coaching and constructive feedback
Expert Reports
Assist in the preparation of expert reports and draft presentations and other client-facing materials
Present and explain work product to Case Managers, Experts, and Clients
Create professional quality charts, graphs, and other summary materials
Incorporate feedback from Case Managers and Experts into revised analyses and written work product
Research
Perform detailed research on securities, firms, industries, and markets
Audit work product using best practices and anticipate potential criticisms of methodologies, sources, and assumptions
Culture
Participate in recruiting and other…