Economist

Description:

Deel, a leading global payroll and HR platform for distributed teams, is seeking a pioneering Economist to build and lead their research and economic function. This first-of-its-kind role will leverage Deel’s unique, large-scale global workforce dataset to produce original research, compelling narratives, and data-backed insights on global work trends. You will create annual public reports like the Global Hiring Report and collaborate with the data and communications teams to amplify findings through press and social media.

You will drive research initiatives on salaries, job growth, generational trends, layoffs, and currency trends across 150+ countries, building Deel’s position as a thought leader on the future of work. You’ll also help develop customer tools, establish strategic academic and industry partnerships, and contribute to content marketing efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead analysis and narrative construction for annual public reports (Global Hiring, Compensation, AI Trends)

• Translate complex data into compelling reports, articles, and presentations

• Collaborate with the Data team to enhance dataset quality and reduce bias

• Develop a research roadmap leveraging Deel’s data for impactful insights

• Maintain rigorous research methodologies and best practices

• Build partnerships with academic institutions and industry experts

• Collaborate with communications to generate viral, data-driven content for media and social platforms

• Develop data tools for customers to better navigate global work landscapes

• Support strategic collaborations with external researchers and organizations

Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years experience in analytics or data science

• Fluent in SQL and Python

• Deep curiosity and ability to analyze macro-level labor market data

• Proven track record of original research on labor markets or globalization

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills to translate data into narratives

• Experience with data analysis tools and platforms

• Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset passionate about the future of work

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with global employment data

• Familiarity with international labor laws and regulations

• Established network in research, policy, and media communities

Why Deel?

• Lead a new research function at a fast-growing global company

• Work with a unique dataset offering unmatched insights into the future of work

• Collaborate with a passionate, talented team

• Influence public discourse and establish Deel as a thought leader

• Competitive salary, stock grants, flexible remote work options, and inclusive benefits