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Aon Hewitt

Senior Labor Economist

Aon Hewitt, Washington, Washington, D.C., United States,


Aon is hiring for a Senior Labor Economist – Human Capital Data Science DC, Chicago, NY, CT!

Aon plc (NYSE: AON) exists to shape decisions for the better — to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. Our colleagues provide our clients in over 120 countries with advice and solutions that give them the clarity and confidence to make better decisions to protect and grow their business.

Aon is home to human capital data of a scale and breadth found in few other places, allowing you to participate in developing market-leading insights that shape how companies manage their people and their business. We collect detailed, employee-level data on an array of attributes directly from employers that covers a significant share of the US and global workforce in technology, life sciences, financial services, and other sectors. In addition, we are rapidly ingesting a wide variety of other labor market-relevant data in structured and unstructured forms. We are looking for a labor economist who can use their econometric skills and knowledge of labor markets to help us extract novel insights from this unique trove of data.

What the day will look like

Brainstorm innovative ways to use our unique data to answer business problems

Provide technical leadership in a team that generates business insights, identify impactful recommendations, and communicate the findings to clients

Lead the design and integration of novel data sets and third-party APIs

Create advanced statistical and machine-learning models to provide specific recommendations to business leaders

Communicate complex quantitative analyses in a clear, precise, and actionable manner

Work in a team, take initiative, and share your knowledge with others

Skills and experience that will lead to success

PhD in Economics and relevant research experience

Proficiency with Python

Strong econometrics skills

Curiosity and a desire to work on applied problems

Strong communication skills

Preferred skills and experience

Experience with job posting and skills data

Familiarity with machine learning methods for social sciences

Experience with a collaborative development environment like GitHub

Proficiency with SQL/SSIS and ETL processes

Knowledge of Large Language Models (LLMs) for data summarization and classification

A passion for data visualization

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon.

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $125,000 - $170,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.

This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary.

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; medical, dental and vision insurance; paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and more.

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

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