Manager, Federal Government Affairs - Corporate Affairs (Economist)

Position Summary...
What you'll do...
**This role can be based in Bentonville, AR or Washington, DC. Remote in other other locations will not be considered**
What you'll do:
In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of experienced inter-disciplinary experts to help Walmart navigate the policy landscape. You will provide quantitative support for Walmart's Global Public Policy and Government Affairs team through economic and data analysis. The ideal candidate will work well at the intersection of economics, empirical research, and policy. Candidate should be a strong communicator, collaborator, and someone who has experience in a client-facing role in a fast-paced business setting. Candidate should be adept at storytelling through data analysis and visualization, synthesizing existing evidence, and conducting original analyses. Candidate must be comfortable translating and presenting technical work to a broader audience through impactful graphics, briefs, and PowerPoint presentations. A track record of successfully solving real-world economic, quantitative, and business problems is required. Experience working in economic consulting is preferred.
You'll make an impact by:

• Supporting empirical research on Walmart's impacts across various stakeholders. This includes compiling existing evidence into cohesive and credible narratives as well as conducting original analyses.
• Preparing timely updates on macroeconomic trends and impacts/risks to Walmart to facilitate decision making related to policy, advocacy, and communications.
• Collaborating effectively across teams with different skillsets and translating technical work to non-technical audiences.

You'll sweep us off our feet if

• You have a master's degree or PhD in Economics or related field, an MPP, or an MBA.
• You have experience working at the intersection of economic consulting, empirical research, and policy.
• You have experience in econometrics and statistics, as well as working with business intelligence tools and scripting languages (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Tableau).
• You have experience working with large proprietary datasets and extracting insights to tell a story.
• You have experience collecting and reporting on macroeconomic data published regularly by government agencies.
• You have outstanding verbal and written communication skills and enjoy building relationships and collaborating across teams.
• You are detail oriented and have an eye for spotting trends and inconsistencies in data.
• You are a self-starter, take initiative, can drive multiple initiatives at once, and have a proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced entrepreneurial setting.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Mathematics, Data Science, Public Policy, Business, or related field and 3 years of experience in a client-facing analytics role OR 5 years of experience in a client-facing analytics role.

Work Experience:

• 3-5 years in solving business and policy problems with data and using theoretical and empirical research skills in Economics.
• 3-5 years in Economic Consulting, Policy, or similar analytical client-facing role.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.
Benefits & Perks:
Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions - while being inclusive of all people.
Who We Are
Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you'll quickly find we're a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world's most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you'll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life. careers.walmart.com
Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications: 4 years' experience in working with Legislative or Executive branch, trade associations, non-government organizations, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Supervising Associates
Bachelors: Political Science
Primary Location...
702 SW 8TH ST, BENTONVILLE, AR 72716, United States of America