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Economist

ING

Amsterdam
Full-time
2-5 years experience
Hybrid

Key Skills

Macroeconomics
Economic research
Data analysis
Quantitative skills
Programming
Consumer spending analysis
Household income analysis
Research project management
Written communication
Presentation skills
Dutch language
English language
Analytical thinking
Data visualization

Job Description

We are looking for a Dutch-speaking Economist to strengthen our macroeconomics team in Amsterdam, with a particular focus on households. In this role, you will help develop data-driven insights on consumer spending, household income, savings, confidence and broader economic developments. Working with unique proprietary data, you will contribute to distinctive economic analysis and research that informs clients, colleagues and senior stakeholders. You will have the opportunity to shape research projects from idea to publication while collaborating with experts across the team.

The team

You will be part of an international team with a focus on European economies.

Marieke Blom, Chief Economist and Head of Research: “We are a dedicated team, where team members enjoy a feeling of personal accomplishment. We are also a very international team, where people feel they can be themselves at work. We create insights on developments that impact the future for people and businesses. Anticipating the change is an opportunity to help shape it. If this is something that appeals to you, then you will be a great addition to the team.”

Roles and responsibilities

In this role you will:

  • Develop clear, data-driven insights on consumer spending, household income, savings, confidence and broader macroeconomic developments.

  • Analyse unique proprietary data and translate those insights into distinctive economic analysis.

  • Write economic research independently.

  • Manage and coordinate research processes.

  • Translate economic developments into relevant insights for clients, colleagues and other senior stakeholders.

  • Create presentations on economic themes for both specialist and non-specialist audiences.

  • Lead research processes from asking the right question through to sharing and presenting the output.

  • Coordinate with colleagues on both content and process to ensure analysis is relevant, clear, accurate and delivered on time.

How to succeed

At ING, we value curiosity, analytical thinking and a willingness to learn. We recognise that talent comes in many forms and encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement listed below. If you're passionate about economics, enjoy working with data and want to help shape insights that matter, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for someone who brings:

  • Experience in economic research or a related analytical field.

  • An MSc in Economics or a comparable discipline.

  • Quantitative and programming skills, or the willingness to further develop these capabilities.

  • Knowledge of macroeconomics and an interest in household and consumer behaviour.

  • The ability to develop and contribute to research projects, both independently and in collaboration with colleagues.

  • Experience working with large datasets and applying data responsibly.

  • Clear written communication skills and the ability to translate data into meaningful and engaging insights.

  • The ability to communicate complex economic topics to a range of audiences.

  • Fluency in Dutch and professional English language skills.

Rewards and benefits

We want to make sure that it’s possible for you to strike the right balance between your career and your private life. Find out more about our employment conditions.

The benefits of working with us at ING include:

  • 25-28 vacation days depending on contract

  • Pension scheme

  • 13th month salary

  • 8% Holiday payment

  • Hybrid working

  • Personal growth and challenging work with endless possibilities

  • An informal working environment with innovative colleagues

About us

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Core Responsibilities

Develop data-driven insights on consumer spending, household income, and broader macroeconomic developments using proprietary data. Manage research processes from inception to presentation while collaborating with internal stakeholders and clients.

Requirements

Requires an MSc in Economics or a comparable discipline with experience in economic research or analytical fields. Candidates must possess strong quantitative and programming skills, along with fluency in both Dutch and English.

Benefits

  • 25-28 Vacation days
  • Pension scheme
  • 13th month salary
  • 8% Holiday payment
  • Hybrid working
  • Personal growth

About ING

Industry: Banking

Company size: 10,001+ employees

ING is a pioneer in digital banking and on the forefront as one of the most innovative banks in the world. As ING, we have a clear purpose that represents our conviction of people’s potential. We don’t judge, coach, or tell people how to live their lives. However big or small, modest or grand, we empower people and businesses to realise their vision for a better future. We made the promise to make banking frictionless, removing barriers to progress, and make people confident in their financial decisions. As a global bank we have a huge opportunity – and responsibility – to make an impact for the better. We can play a role by financing change, sharing knowledge, and innovating. Being sustainable is in all the choices we make—as a lender, as a partner and through the services we offer our customers

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