Geopolitical Private Investigation Analyst

Allen Associates (Oxford) Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Career progression

Growth sector exposure

Job summary

Allen Associates (Oxford) Ltd is seeking a Geopolitical Private Investigation Analyst to uncover insights from complex data and support strategic decision-making in a fast-growing risk intelligence environment.

You will conduct intelligence research, monitor online environments, and produce clear reports and briefs for clients. The role is on-site in Oxford with daily commuting expected and opportunities to work with advanced analysis tools.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in intelligence research, threat analysis, or related fields.
• Familiarity with social media monitoring.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, or relevant platforms).
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to think critically and creatively, approaching problems from multiple perspectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong geopolitical awareness
• Strong OSINT experience
• Ideally a background in the military, police or defence sectors

Responsibilities

• Conducting detailed research and data analysis to support clients in understanding current intelligence issues and emerging risks.
• Monitoring online environments, including social media channels, to detect patterns, trends, and potential security concerns.
• Developing comprehensive reports and intelligence briefs to communicate findings clearly and effectively.
• Responding to new developments with innovative, flexible solutions while demonstrating adaptability in a fast-changing environment.
• Collaborating with internal teams to refine analytical methods and improve the accuracy and efficiency of reporting.
• Applying critical thinking to evaluate sources and assess the reliability of information, fostering insights that guide strategic decisions.

Skills

Intelligence research

Threat analysis

Social media monitoring

Critical thinking

Geopolitical awareness

Written and verbal communication

OSINT experience

Military/defence background

Tools

Excel

SQL

Job description

Geopolitical Private investigation Analyst

Are you passionate about uncovering insights from complex data through creative thinking? Would you like to play a vital role inPrivate intelligenceanalysis? This Analyst role offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills and make a tangible impact within a growing organisation. You will be instrumental in providing actionable intelligence, supporting strategic decision-making, and contributing to risk mitigation efforts. Ideally with a background in the military, police or defence sectors, you will be contributing to real time, critical analysis.

This role is on-site and Oxford based, you must be able to commute to the office on a daily basis.

Investigation Analyst Responsibilities

• Conducting detailed research and data analysis to support clients in understanding current intelligence issues and emerging risks.
• Monitoring online environments, including social media channels, to detect patterns, trends, and potential security concerns.
• Developing comprehensive reports and intelligence briefs to communicate findings clearly and effectively.
• Responding to new developments with innovative, flexible solutions while demonstrating adaptability in a fast-changing environment.
• Collaborating with internal teams to refine analytical methods and improve the accuracy and efficiency of reporting.
• Applying critical thinking to evaluate sources and assess the reliability of information, fostering insights that guide strategic decisions.

Investigation Analyst Rewards

• Competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000, depending on experience.
• Full-time permanent role offering stability and career progression.
• Opportunities to work within a growing sector, with exposure to advanced analysis tools and techniques.
• Development-focused environment, with continuous learning encouraged and supported.

The Company

Our client is a leader in risk intelligence analysis and research, dedicated to supporting organisations in understanding complex issues and making informed decisions. They are committed to innovation, integrity, and delivering high-quality insights. The company values collaborative problem-solving and aims to build a skilled team focused on continuous development and analytical excellence.

Investigation Analyst Experience Essentials

• Proven experience in intelligence research, threat analysis, or related fields.
• Familiarity with social media monitoring.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, or relevant platforms).
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to think critically and creatively, approaching problems from multiple perspectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong geopolitical awareness
• Strong OSINT experience
• Ideally a background in the military, police or defence sectors

Location

This is a full-time permanent role based fully onsite in Oxford, you must be able to commute to the office on a daily basis. There will be some shift work associated with this role due to the nature of the work entailed.

The role offers excellent transport links and accessibility via public transportation. You must be able to comute to the office on a daily basis to be considered.