Political & Energy Intelligence Analyst

ABL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Public Relations firm in London seeks a Political & Energy Intelligence Analyst to join their team. This role requires analysis of government policies and geopolitical developments, with a focus on reputation management across European and North American markets. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree, 1-3 years of experience in intelligence analysis, and strong analytical and writing skills. Familiarity with the energy sector is desirable. Excellent career opportunity for someone keen to work closely with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Energy, Data Science or similar is preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in intelligence analysis or related fields.
• Strong ability to summarize complex information under time pressure.

Responsibilities

• Monitor government policies and geopolitical developments.
• Produce intelligence outputs including briefings and reports.
• Support preparations for PR materials and public statements.

Skills

Analytical skills

English writing skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Cultural awareness

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Media monitoring tools

Data visualisation software

Job description

Title: Political & Energy Intelligence Analyst

Salary: Competitive

Work style: Office based

Language required: Fluent Mandarin

Location: London

My client is currently looking for a Political & Energy Intelligence Analyst to join their Public Relations team. This role sits at the intersection of geopolitics, energy, and corporate communications, and will play a key part in supporting strategic decision‑making and reputational resilience across European and North American markets. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who enjoys analysing complex information, writing clear and insightful reports, and working closely with senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse government policies, geopolitical developments, socio‑economic trends, and energy industry dynamics across Europe and North America
• Track technology R&D trends related to the energy sector
• Produce high‑quality intelligence outputs, including daily briefings and weekly/monthly analytical reports for senior management
• Identify emerging risks and opportunities linked to geopolitics, regulation, public opinion, and media narratives
• Support the preparation of PR materials such as public statements, position papers, and social media content
• Maintain a structured database of key intelligence sources, including government publications, institutional research, and trusted media outlets
• Work closely with external public relations agencies
• Support ad‑hoc projects and tasks assigned by management

Requirements

• Master's degree in Engineering, Energy, Data Science, Information Management, International Relations, Political Economy, Journalism, or Public Policy (Engineering or energy-related background is preferred)
• 1‑3 years of experience in intelligence analysis, political risk, economic research, public affairs, or strategic communications
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn complex information into clear, insight‑driven summaries under time pressure
• Excellent English writing skills, with experience producing professional reports or briefings
• Good understanding of political and economic environments in the UK, EU, and/or North America
• Interest or familiarity with the energy sector is highly desirable
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and cultural awareness
• Fluent English; Mandarin is a plus
• Experience with media monitoring tools and data visualisation software is an advantage
• Strong teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Confident user of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and standard office systems