Associate - Economic & Policy

As an Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

Key accountabilities

As a PwC Professional

• Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.

• Share and collaborate effectively with others.

• Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.

• Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.

• Follow risk management and compliance procedures.

• Keep up-to-date with developments in your area of specialism.

• Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner - verbally and in the materials I produce.

• Build and maintain an internal and external network.

• Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.

• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Role specific

• Conduct extensive economic analysis and research to support client engagements in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, regulatory impact assessments, competition policy, and public finance.

• Develop and apply economic models to analyze market trends, assess policy impacts, and evaluate economic scenarios.

• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations to clients and stakeholders.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant information, conduct in-depth research, and analyze industry trends and market conditions.

• Assist in the development of policy recommendations and strategic advice for clients based on thorough economic analysis.

• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and negotiations, providing insights and recommendations based on thorough analysis and industry knowledge.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant economic theories, policy developments, regulations, and market trends in Malaysia.

• Support business development efforts by identifying potential client opportunities, assisting in proposal preparation, and participating in marketing initiatives.

Key working relationships

• Engagement Manager

• Engagement team members

• Client

• Firm support services

Skills, experience and qualifications

• Graduate or less than 1 year of experience in economic analysis, policy advisory, financial advisory, or related fields.

• Bachelor's degree in Economics , Public Policy, Finance, or a related field.

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in economic modeling, statistical analysis, and financial analysis.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with statistical software (e.g., Stata, R, SAS) is a plus.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical standards.

• Knowledge of Malaysian economic policies, regulations, and market trends is highly desirable.