Good place for any macroeconomist - Economist IMF Employee Review

4.0
Feb 23, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

International work environment Travel opportunities Ground zero for macro economists

Cons

Insufficient rigor in much of the day to day economics work Office politics can be an issue Silo working a problem Some morale problems and time serving employees Insufficient respect given to expertise and experience

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5.0
Jul 15, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I've been working here for about two years now. They're good people, trying to do good work.

Cons

Very low maturity in product, tech, and UX. Extremely hierarchical, to the point where it's obstructive -- but hey, that's what you get with places like these.

4.0
Jul 18, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good platform and exposure to macroeconomic policy

Cons

little mobility as an RA

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