Senior Economist – Energy Markets

Dezernat Zukunft - Institut für Makrofinanzen

. Design and independently conduct analyses and studies on energy markets, particularly the electricity market .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeBerlin • GermanySenior💰 €67,000 - €78,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analyzing energy markets, particularly the electricity market, and developing policy proposals that connect energy policy with competitiveness, sustainability, and affordability. Proficient in conducting rigorous quantitative analyses and communicating findings effectively in both German and English.

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Master’s DegreeEnergy Market AnalysisPolicy Instrument UnderstandingQuantitative AnalysisBilingual Communication

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Hard Skills

Energy Market AnalysisQuantitative AnalysisPolicy Proposal DevelopmentResearch Project ImplementationData Identification for Policy Decisions

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeamworkMentoringContinuous LearningResponsibility

Tools & Technologies

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Industry Keywords

Electricity MarketFiscal Policy ImplicationsSystem CostsCompetitivenessSustainabilityAffordability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and independently conduct analyses and studies on energy markets, particularly the electricity market
Analyze energy markets and prices, including system costs
Coordinate research projects
Examine fiscal policy implications and interactions with electricity grid expansion
Develop concrete policy proposals, analyses, and positions
Work closely with colleagues in the Energy Lab and other organizational teams
Organize expert discussions and other subject-related events
Engage with representatives of parliaments, governments, academia, business, and the media
Analyze energy costs, investment requirements, total system costs, and interactions between policy instruments
Contribute to connecting energy policy with competitiveness, sustainability, and affordability

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in a relevant field
Relevant professional experience
Knowledge of energy markets, particularly the electricity market
Understanding of policy instruments
Ability to identify figures and data relevant to policy decisions and economic policymaking
Ability to independently and rigorously design and produce original quantitative and written analyses
Proven experience successfully implementing research projects
Ability to communicate findings and policy recommendations concisely
Excellent communication skills in German and English
Ability to write sophisticated, accessible texts in German and English
Advanced practical knowledge of commonly used AI tools
Willingness to take responsibility for individual projects
Commitment to continuous learning and to developing and revising one’s own views
Enjoyment of teamwork and willingness to support and mentor colleagues
CV and brief cover letter required for application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Compensation based on the German public-sector collective agreement (TVöD), pay grade E 13, including an annual bonus
30 days of vacation
Active support for professional and personal development, as well as the expansion of skills, networks, and responsibilities
Workplace in Berlin-Mitte, with the option of mobile working and mutually agreed core hours
Unbureaucratic, understanding arrangements for short-notice caregiving needs
Paid leave under Section 29 of the TVöD for personal circumstances, such as caring for sick children
Subsidy for the Deutschlandticket or JobRad bicycle leasing program
Dynamic, motivated team
Team events, such as hiking or paddling trips