NERA- Consultant/ Senior Consultant Transport and Infrastructure

Join to apply for the NERA – Consultant / Senior Consultant Transport and Infrastructure role at NERA. Since 1961, NERA has provided unparalleled guidance on the most important market, legal, and regulatory questions of the day. Our work has shaped industries and policy around the world. Our field‑leading experts and deep experience allow us to provide rigorous analysis, reliable expert testimony, and data‑powered policy recommendations for the world’s leading law firms and corporations as well as regulators and governments.

There is an opening for a Consultant or Senior Consultant to join the transport and infrastructure business. NERA’s work covers all areas of the transport and infrastructure sector, driving improved outcomes through the rigorous application of microeconomic principles and techniques. We help transport and infrastructure operators and their associations, governments, governmental bodies, international agencies, and regulators.

• Work on a range of projects related to transport and infrastructure policy, regulation, market design, and transactions and disputes in the transport and infrastructure industries.
• Take responsibility for delivery of a range of projects, including regulatory, advisory, and due diligence assignments, as well as expert engagements on arbitration and litigation matters.
• Manage and conduct high‑powered economic research across the transport and infrastructure industries using sophisticated modelling techniques.
• Write research reports and prepare client presentations that translate technical analysis into actionable recommendations for stakeholders, regulators and tribunals.
• Design and conduct high‑quality empirical research across transport and infrastructure using advanced econometric, time‑series, simulation and financial‑modelling techniques.
• Work with large datasets, ensure reproducible workflows and apply robust validation and sensitivity analysis.
• Influence project strategy, including the preparation and presentation of oral and written submissions.
• Collaborate with in‑house experts, academics and legal teams; represent the firm externally through papers, articles and conference presentations; contribute to knowledge‑sharing across the firm.
• Build client relationships, identify commercial opportunities, draft proposals and support the growth of the business through targeted business‑development activities.
• Supervise, mentor and recruit junior staff; promote continuous learning, methodological excellence and a collaborative team culture.
• Travel when required.

• Candidates should hold a Master’s or PhD degree in Economics, Finance or a related discipline, with a strong academic record.
• At least 4 years of prior relevant experience with a strong background in an economic consulting, government or regulatory setting.
• Experience of writing consulting reports or expert reports for legal proceedings.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial attitude to developing contacts, relationships with clients and potential clients.
• Native level English is required; other languages are desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, and a passion for solving analytical and empirical problems with exceptional creative, critical thinking and technical skills.

• Competitive salary, bonus and an extensive benefits package including defined contribution pension and health insurance.
• A comprehensive orientation programme.
• Skill enhancement training sessions including Project Management, Business Development, and technical skills.
• The support of Business Development and Marketing Managers responsible for providing tailored and strategic business development services to assist consultants in their development.
• You will get involved in a wide range of interesting and challenging projects.
• Become part of an international team with diverse backgrounds and expertise.
• Firm‑sponsored social activities.

To apply, click on “Apply now”, submitting your CV, cover letter, writing sample and academic transcripts. For more information about NERA, please visit our website. NERA is an equal opportunity employer. If you have a disability that may require reasonable adjustments, please contact us.