Consumer Finance Scholar
Consumer Finance Scholar
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$ 90000 - 175000
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Job Description
The Cato Institute is seeking a Consumer Finance Scholar focusing on consumer finance issues for the Center for Monetary and Financial Alternatives (CMFA). The scholars primary responsibilities will be to conduct original policy research on consumer finance that advances the CMFAs policy priorities influence policy conversations about consumer finance with federal and state regulators and collaborate closely with the Centers other scholars. The ideal candidate has expertise in consumer finance and an interest in financial regulatory reform. A CMFA policy scholar must be an entrepreneurial hardworking selfstarter willing to adapt to the changing needs of a growing policy center.
The Cato Institute is currently offering a hybrid work schedule requiring at least two days/week in the Washington DC office.
To be considered for this position you must complete the Talent Market application.
About Cato
The Cato Institute is a public policy research organization a think tank dedicated to the principles of individual liberty limited government free markets and peace. Its scholars and analysts conduct independent nonpartisan research on a wide range of policy issues.
Founded in 1977 Cato owes its name to Catos Letters a series of essays published in 18thcentury England that presented a vision of a society free from excessive government power. Those essays inspired the architects of the American Revolution. And the simple timeless principles of that revolution individual liberty limited government and free markets turn out to be even more powerful in todays world of global markets and unprecedented access to information than Jefferson or Madison could have imagined. Social and economic freedom is not just the best policy for a free people it is the indispensable framework for the future.
The Cato Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities
- Produce solicit edit summarize and promote policy research on consumer finance issues including those related to consumer lending and credit debt collection housing finance and related financial technology.
- Stay informed of regulatory developments and current events affecting consumer finance and provide timely analysis and insights.
- Engage with policymakers members of the media and other policy organizations to advance CMFAs mission.
- Actively participate in all CMFA initiatives.
- Organize and participate in Cato policy forums and other events.
Education/ Experience
- Advanced degree in Law Economics Finance Public Policy or a related field.
- 4 years working in public policy or public policyadjacent field is preferred.
- Experience working on consumer finance issues and additional finance regulations expertise is a plus.
- A demonstrated understanding of the consumer finance sector and the laws and regulations relating to it.
Skills
- Must have a strong commitment to Catos libertarian values.
- Superior research writing and communication skills.
- Selfstarter with a proven ability to work independently.
- A commitment to identifying and promoting alternatives to the existing monetary and financial regulatory systems more conducive to a stable flourishing and free society.
- Detailoriented with an ability to multitask and thrive in an intense and publicfacing work setting.
Benefits
All Cato employees are provided with:
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- Employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Generous vacation and sick days
- Paid parental leave
- Employerprovided life and disability insurance
- 401(k) employer match
- Transit/ Parking benefits
- Pet discount plan
Compensation
The target salary range for this position is $90000$175000. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Application Instructions
Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:
- Resume
- Cover letter detailing your interest in the position your alignment with the Cato Institute and your salary requirements
- Writing Sample no more than 10 pages long; samples related to the position are preferred but any writing sample is acceptable
Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket/applyforyourdreamjob/.
Questions can be directed to Katy Gambella Director of Outreach at Talent Market who is managing the search process:
There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.
While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls please.
Talent Market is a nonprofit entity dedicated to promoting liberty by helping freemarket nonprofits identify talent for critical roles. We provide consulting and recruiting services at no cost to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations that clearly and directly focus on advancing the principles of economic freedom free enterprise free trade free speech property rights rule of law and limited regulation.
Employment Type
Full Time
