Economist

Navan is seeking a driven, proactive and experienced Economist to join our growing team. This first-of-its-kind role is an exciting opportunity to shape the research and economic function at Navan, the leading all-in-one business travel, payments, and expense management platform.

Requirements

• 5-7 years experience with an advanced degree in Economics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Deep expertise in econometrics, forecasting, and statistical analysis, with experience modeling complex, "messy" datasets.
• Required proficiency in SQL, a statistical language (Python or R), and common data visualization tools.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills translating complex economic findings with simplicity and clarity for executives, media, and the public.
• A collaborative and approachable style, with a proven ability to build relationships and manage priorities with cross-functional teams.
• A practical, business-first mindset focused on driving real business results and supporting decisions, not just academic theory.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship