Quantitative and Economic Analyst
Compeer Financial

Compeer Financial is seeking collaborative, innovative and dynamic professionals to be a part of our Top Workplace culture!

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Position Overview:
This position serves as both a data translator for the Analytics team as well as conducts economic outreach activities across the organization. The incumbent bridges the gap between complex data analytics and strategic business decisions through communicating data-driven insights to internal stakeholders. Enables a flow of information between technical teams and non-technical audiences, enhancing the impact of the organizations data science initiatives on business outcomes. Conducts economic outreach by engaging with internal and external stakeholders. Uses expertise in data storytelling to translate economic data into compelling narratives that resonate with varied audiences. Through analysis and effective communication, helps stakeholders understand the economic forces shaping the agricultural sector.

Essential Functions:

• Leads resources within Compeer in distilling and analyzing the impact of agricultural economic outlooks, macroeconomic trends, Ag policy, and related matters on our portfolio and clients.
• Presents and shares economic and technical expertise at large group meetings, trade shows, client-facing webinars in addition to other internal and external audiences.
• Works closely with marketing leaders to determine appropriate outreach opportunities and coordinate with other experts.
• Identifies economic indicators in respect to trends of the macro- and agricultural economies, mining data from multiple internal and external sources.
• Translates technical data science concepts into understandable business language and visual representations for stakeholders at all levels.

Minimum Qualifications & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in economics, agricultural economics, mathematics, statistics, econometrics or related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job. Master's or PhD preferred.
• Previous publication/authorship experience preferred.
• 12+ years of experience in economic analysis, modelling or advanced analytics.
• 5+ years of technical/economic public speaking and/or communications experience to varied audiences.
• Expert experience with data science concepts, methodologies, and tools (e.g., machine learning, statistical analysis, data visualization).
• Expert understanding and experience in interpreting data sets, data structures, databases and basic data queries.
• Advanced analytical skills to assess and interpret complex data.
• Advanced knowledge of data analytics software, business intelligence tools, and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, SQL).
• Ability to define business problems and identify how data can be used to solve them.
• Ability to turn data analysis into compelling narratives that are easily understood by non-technical stakeholders.
• Understanding of agricultural markets and policy including drivers and fundamentals of macro and microeconomic theory.
• Proficiency in technical public speaking and creating presentations and visualizations that clearly communicate information.
• Ability to tailor communications that meet end-users and stakeholders' perspectives and needs.
• Strong listening, written and verbal communication skills, with ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
• Valid driver's license.

Who is Compeer Financial?
Compeer Financial exists to champion the hopes and dreams of rural America. By joining our team, you will help empower those in agriculture and rural communities to achieve their goals and expand their possibilities. We embrace business agility and innovative approaches to serving our clients and communities.

Why join our team?

• Amazing team members who are passionate about serving agriculture and rural America.
• Investment in our team members' education, growth and development.
• Engagement in our communities through giving back and volunteerism.
• Flexible, collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Great benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • 401K (3% Compeer contribution & up to an additional 6% match)
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays, volunteer time)

Find out why our team members choose Compeer Financial by watching this video.

How do I apply?
Qualified candidates, please apply online at www.compeer.com/careers.

Compeer Financial is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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