Analyst: Strategic Intelligence
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ANALYST: STRATEGIC INTELLIGENCE
We have a new and exciting role available within our Strategic Intelligence division in Cape Town for an Analyst working primarily on (geo)political risk and security threat analysis projects.
WHO WE ARE
Weve been able to do this because of our outstanding people. Were committed to developing bright curious driven individuals who want to think critically solve complex problems and achieve success.
But we also know that work isnt everything. Its about the lives and careers it helps us immensely proud of this culture and we invest in our peoples wellbeing learning and ideas every day.
Were excited youre thinking about joining us.
WORKING IN STRATEGIC INTELLIGENCE AT S-RM
Amid challenging geopolitical circumstances the need for relevant accurate timely and actionable intelligence is growing. Within our Strategic Intelligence practice we help our clients stay abreast of and respond to changing global and local dynamics in a way that enables businesses to navigate their operating environment.
We provide intelligence and advice which helps organisations do business across the globe and in some of the worlds most challenging includes everything from identifying market opportunities to forecasting political change monitoring legal environments assessing security threats and analysing economic trends.
Were driven by a deep curiosity of how the world really day we seek to develop our expertise in how governments societies and companies operate and influence the world around them.
But whilst we have our individual areas of expertise to answer these complex questions we have to work have so much to learn from one another. We are looking for someone who is adaptable willing to be challenged in their role and who can be part of a supportive team and growing business.
THE ROLE
As an Analyst youll play a vital role in supporting the Strategic Intelligence team in a variety of projects and regular engagements. Your open-source intelligence research will underpin key projects for some of the businesss most important be exposed to a wide range of content methods and skills as you build your expertise and experience in the team.
Your work will include:
- Contributing to our flagship Global Security Insight (GSI) intelligence platform by writing daily alerts on political violence and security developments globally maintaining country risk reports and contributing to monthly risk bulletins;
- Further areas you will be contributing to include:
- Supporting client projects through in-depth research and analysis on geopolitical macro-economic commercial political and security affairs globally;
- Providing research writing and design support for client presentations;Publishing articles and thought leadership pieces.
The role will be based in our Cape Town office however we have flexible working arrangements available.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
We think candidates with the following experience and qualifications are likely to succeed as Strategic Intelligence Analysts.
If you dont think you meet all of the criteria below but still are interested in the job please apply. Nobody checks every box were looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas and have some interest and capabilities in others.
Were looking for people who are:
Adaptable: you can work flexibly on multiple projects and adapt your research analytical and writing skills to a range of outputs across different sectors and regions. If youre as interested in sustainability regulations in central Asia as you are in elections in Europe and inflation rates in America thats a good sign.
Analytical: your curiosity should extend beyond whats happening in the world to how the world really want to understand the impact of events on people and companies and are interested in implementing methodologies and frameworks to do that.
Collegiate: you share your expertise but appreciate how much you have to learn from others. You enjoy having your ideas challenged and working out how best to work as a team to solve problems.
Were looking for the following experience and qualifications:
- Honours degree or higher that preferably included international relations political science security studies economic or macro-economic elements development studies or similar fields;
- Excellent writing and verbal communications skills in English;
- Knowledge and interest in global developments relating to several relevant subject areas such as geopoliticsmacro-economics and security affairs;
Relevant professional experience servicing private sector clients is essential. Relevant commercial experience may include (but is not limited to) work within the intelligence sector political risk business intelligence investigative journalism and similar industries;
- Working knowledge (reading and writing) in international languages such as Arabic Spanish or French is desirable but not essential.
The jobholder will need to have the following key personal skills and attributes to perform successfully in this role:
- Clear interest in the relevant subject areas pertaining to the role;
- Astute analytical ability;
- Creative mindset and eagerness to contribute to new ways of thinking;
- Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise among competing tasks;
- Eagerness to discover new areas and a self-starting learner;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team with multiple priorities.
The successful candidate must have permission to work inSouth Africaby the start of their employment.
OUR BENEFITS
We offer thoughtful balanced rewards and support to help our people do their best work and live their lives outside of work. This includes but is not exhaustive of:
- 23 days holiday per year in addition to public holidays (1 day for every year of service up to a maximum of 30 days in total);yes
- Hybrid working and flexible working hours;
- Matching pension contribution up to 7% (up to a maximum of 14% combined) and financial education;
- Life Insurance 4X annual salary.
Parental Support:
- Fertility treatment leave 5 days of leave per cycle of treatment per year;
- Maternity leave 26 weeks of full pay followed by 13 weeks of half pay;
- Paternity leave 6 weeks of full pay.
Various Health and Medical Benefits including:
- Medical insurance (taxable benefit) for you and your family;
- Virtual GP for you and your family members that live in the same household;
- EAP programme for you and your immediate family;
- Free access to the world-famous mindfulness app
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply for this role please email your CV and cover letter to this LinkedIn ad.Applications which do not include a CV and cover letter will not be considered. We would be very interested to see any examples of your professional writing that we can so please do feel free to include any writing samples or links to articles that you may be able to share.
The application process will include:
- A preliminary call which will be a chance for you to find out more about S-RM and the role.
- A written task to assess your research analytical and writing skills and give you a better sense of the work we do.
- One interview to discuss the written task your background and technical skills.
- A second interview discussing your previous experience and broader competencies.
We nurture a culture of equality diversity and inclusion and we are dedicated to developing a workforce that displays a variety of talents experiences and perspectives.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
