Senior Economist

The Senior Economist at KKP Research produces macroeconomic analysis and financial market insights that inform strategic and risk management decisions at Kiatnakin Phatra Bank. Reporting to the Chief Economist, the role supports ALCO, Risk Management, Treasury, and senior management with views on balance sheet positioning, interest rate and FX risk, credit cycle assessment, capital markets activity, and business planning.

The position requires an advanced degree in Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative discipline, with strong Thai and English communication skills. Candidates should have a track record of producing high-quality macroeconomic analysis, familiarity with Thai monetary policy and banking operations, and the ability to mentor junior analysts and contribute to external publications.

Produce in-depth analysis of the Thai economy, policy environment, and external conditions to inform bank decision-making

Deliver macroeconomic, interest rate, and FX outlook analysis to support ALCO decisions on balance sheet positioning, funding strategy, and market risk

Monitor and interpret financial market developments including Thai government bond yields, THB and regional FX dynamics, policy rate path, and global rates

Contribute macroeconomic inputs to stress testing, ICAAP, and other regulatory and internal risk exercises, and assess credit cycle and sector conditions

Present research findings to ALCO, senior management, and other internal committees in written reports and verbal briefings

Advanced degree in Economics, Finance, or a closely related quantitative discipline strongly preferred

Strong foundation in economics, finance, and data analytics

Proven ability to produce consistent, logically structured, evidence-based analysis under time pressure

Quantitative literacy with time series data, econometric techniques, and statistical reasoning

Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Thai and English