Graduate Analyst

Your primary role will be to conduct targeted investigative research as part of strategies deployed to protect our clients’ reputations, privacy, and security. You will also support with monitoring traditional media and social media. Your work will be delivered directly to matter managers across the firm, and there will be opportunities to work closely across teams, including Intelligence & Investigations, Digital Resilience, and Strategic Communications.

You will be provided on-the-job training to support your transition into an open-source investigator. This training will include sessions on public domain research techniques and the use of key databases and social media platforms, among other topics.
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Role Accountabilities

• Following initial training, conduct targeted investigative research to support matter teams and internal stakeholders across the firm. This scope of work will likely include review and analysis of press reporting, social media, and broader public records across a variety of subject matters and jurisdictions. Geopolitical analysis may be required, dependent on the matter context.
• Assist in monitoring traditional and social media using multiple platforms and set matter-related alerts.
• Produce summary reports – in the form of emails and formal reports – on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, depending on matter requirements.
• Stay up to date with emerging investigative tools and techniques. Share relevant developments with the team and contribute to the continuous improvement of our research capabilities.
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Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

• Arabic and/or Mandarin language skills are highly desirable but not essential.
• A critical, logical, and lateral thinker who is intrinsically curious and inquisitive.
• Succinct, clear written communication and persuasive drafting skills; with excellent spelling and grammar.
• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure, respond nimbly to urgent requests and competing deadlines, and effectively prioritise and organise tasks.
• Interest and awareness in current affairs, including geopolitical developments.
• Experience of undertaking research projects desirable.
• Structures findings in a logical manner which directly addresses the question or problem being solved.
• Strong personal and relationship building skills.
• Strong desire to provide exceptional service to internal and external clients, often under pressure.
• Team player with a ‘can do’ attitude.
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Right to Work

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

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