Research Editor, Risk & Compliance Data (Contract Position)

News Corporation; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dow Jones Risk & Compliance is seeking a Research Editor for a 10-month full-time contract based in Barcelona. You will join a multilingual team, researching, recording and updating profiles for individuals and entities across countries, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.

The role emphasizes automation, data sourcing, and clear client communications. The position requires English and at least one additional language, plus knowledge of AI tools, Python, HTML, Excel macros/VBA, or SQL.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and at least one additional language from the list.
• Knowledge of AI tools, Python, HTML, Excel macros/VBA or SQL.
• Strong prioritization and deadline management.
• Clear communication and writing skills.
• Excellent research, analytical and proofreading abilities.
• Ability to work autonomously and with the team.

Responsibilities

• Create and update Dow Jones Risk & Compliance profiles for countries.
• Research and extract data per guidelines to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Monitor and analyze publicly available websites and media sources.
• Improve workflows and tool efficiencies with an automation mindset.
• Maintain and monitor automated workflows.
• Respond in writing to clients’ questions about Risk & Compliance content.

Skills

English fluency

AI tools

Python

HTML

Excel macros/VBA

SQL

Prioritization

Communication

Research & writing

Proofreading

Tools

AI Tools

Python

HTML

Excel

Macros/VBA

SQL

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title: Research Editor, Risk & Compliance Data

About the Role

Dow Jones Risk & Compliance is a global provider of third‑party risk management and regulatory compliance solutions. We deliver data, research tools and services to help our clients meet anti‑money laundering, anti‑bribery, anti‑corruption and economic sanctions regulations and mitigate third‑party risk.

You will join a team of multilingual experts who research, record and update details on individuals and entities from specific countries for the Dow Jones Risk & Compliance database. You will report to a manager within the Risk & Compliance research team. This is a 10‑month full‑time contract position based in Barcelona.

You Will:

• Create and update Dow Jones Risk & Compliance profiles for a variety of countries and Risk & Compliance contents
• Research and extract relevant data adhering to Risk & Compliance coverage guidelines on content selection, data coverage and accuracy standards ensuring that people and entity profiles are complete, accurate and up-to‑date
• Monitor and analyse relevant publicly available websites and media sources
• Contribute to workflow improvements and tool efficiencies using an automation mindset
• Maintain and monitor existing automated workflows
• Respond in writing to clients’ questions about Risk & Compliance content

You Have:

• Fluency in English and at least one of the following languages: Bulgarian, Estonian, Italian, Romanian, Slovenian, Dutch, Greek, French, German, Hungarian, Polish or Portuguese
• Knowledge of AI Tools, Python, HTML, advanced knowledge of Excel, Macros/VBA programming and/or SQL
• The ability to manage priorities to meet deadlines
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Excellent research, analytical and writing skills
• Proofreading skills and experience in handling large volumes of information
• Sound decision‑making and problem‑solving skills
• A reliable and responsible attitude and an ability to work autonomously
• An openness to different views and appreciation of team diversity
• An ability to work well with others

Preferred:

• Fluency in additional languages
• Understanding of the local legal landscape in the European Union
• Knowledge of and interest in current affairs and anti‑money laundering regulations
• Education to a degree level or relevant experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, people with disabilities, and those from underrepresented groups.

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Business Area: Dow Jones - Data & AI Job Category: Data Analytics/Warehousing & Business Intelligence Union Status: Non-Union role Base Pay Range: €25,000 - €30,000

We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world’s largest newsgathering operations globally.

It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America’s largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron’s, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance and Dow Jones Newswires. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

Req ID: 53398