Analyst

S&P Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial analytics firm in Greater London seeks a skilled individual to deliver strategic research on political and business risks. Join a dynamic team to enhance your analytical skills while advising clients on critical decisions. Ideal candidates hold a degree in politics or international relations and possess 3+ years of analytical experience, with fluency in English and is preferred knowledge of other European languages. This role offers excellent career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health care coverage

Generous time off

Access to continuous learning resources

Competitive pay and retirement planning

Family-friendly benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related analysis experience.
• Deep understanding of the region’s political, security, and business environment.
• Fluency in English (business level) required; knowledge of another regional European language highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver client-driven strategic research on political, business, and security-related risks.
• Maintain existing products and deliverables, ensuring they meet quality standards.
• Engage in innovative analysis and forecasting methods, using new research tools.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Cultural intelligence

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in politics, international relations

Job description

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 09

The Team

We are a team of subject matter experts developing the forward‑looking insights and analysis underpinning the GI products and advisory, supporting clients to anticipate and manage critical business risks as well as leverage strategic opportunities. We work within an intelligence‑led approach to methodology and risk forecasting and all‑source intelligence that sets us apart. Our structure is evolving in line with our client needs and to deliver on our business vision – which is to enrich our output through more integrated and holistic analysis within and across regional markets and industry sectors.

The Impact

You will be part of the Europe & CIS country risk team, subject matter experts and external contributors developing the forward‑looking insights and analysis underpinning the GI products and advisory. You will participate in cross‑capability collaboration and partner within Insights & Analysis, across GI verticals as well as cultivate strategic, internal relationships to deliver timely actionable analysis and forecast and unique insights to our clients.

What’s in it for you

Do you want to be part of a dynamic, innovative team? Do you want to deepen and broaden your regional expertise? Do you want to advise clients in need of making critical business decisions? Join us and you will have the chance to further expand your regional expertise and research and analytical skills as part of a fast‑growing division.

Responsibilities

• Deliver client driven strategic research on political, business and security‑related risks, with the primary focus on the southern Europe.
• Maintain existing products and deliverables, meeting S&P Global’s methodological and high‑quality standards, ensuring they reflect latest analytical views in a forward‑looking, commercially relevant, and timely manner.
• Maintain and grow a resilient and flexible network of external contributors across countries of coverage.
• Engage in innovative approaches to analysis and forecasting, including via the uses of new research methods, tools, and GI proprietary data.
• Interact directly with clients through formal presentations, consultancy projects, tailored client work, and media engagements.
• Uphold S&P Global's high standards of quality and style (verbal and written communication) and a regional team culture espousing key values of inclusion, diversity, agility, accountability, commercial relevance and collaboration.

What We’re Looking For

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in politics, international relations, or a closely related field.
• Deep understanding of the region’s political, security and business environment.
• 3+ years of related analysis experience.
• Fluency in English (business level) is required; knowledge of other regional European language/s (Greek, Bulgarian and/or) highly desirable.
• Highly effective organizational and prioritization skills, including the ability to stay on task, meet deadlines and maintain focus in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written as well as verbal).
• Work independently and regularly collaborate with colleagues across multiple time zones.
• Strong self‑awareness and cultural intelligence.

About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

Benefits

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company‑matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best‑in‑class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [e-mail] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.