Vault’s Verdict

NERA’s reputation precedes it in the economic and litigation consulting sphere, placing it in the top 2 or 3 firms that anyone interested in a career in the field should be looking at. With a particular strength in competition-related issues, the next few years are likely to be interesting for the firm within EMEA, with high-profile cases across a range of industries—but particularly big tech—finding their way onto the EU docket.

While that work will likely lead to some long hours in places, NERA is also known for its generally high quality of life—a reputation aided by almost zero travel and strong compensation packages. 

Firm Culture

“Challenging and interesting work with opportunities for those willing and able to grasp them.”

“Fantastic colleagues but an extremely poor work-life balance.”

“NERA is a great firm to work in. The people at work are very nice and intelligent, making it easy to learn a lot from them. Also, the analyses done in NERA are very rigorous and high quality, making me feel very satisfied with the final output that is being produced.”

“Trainings, work environment, senior management.”

Quality of Life

“Flexible work, vacation granted, possibility to work from other offices.”

Compensation

“Entry-level compensation package does not take into account previous experience in the field.”

Career Development

“Trainings, good working environment (non-military organisation with the seniors), challenging on some projects.”

Community Engagement

“Consultants with strong Christian or Jewish beliefs or Conservative political ideas feel disparaged by top management of MMC group stating political positions that deeply offend their beliefs, and do not feel fully free to engage in public promotion of their ideas even outside of work.”

Interview Questions

“Energy market questions, cartel case.”