Remote Malaysia & SEA Political Risk Analyst

Eurasia Group; Kuala Lumpur; Remote; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurasia Group is seeking an Analyst, Southeast Asia, to join the Southeast Asia practice with a primary focus on Malaysia and cross-cutting work across ASEAN. The role is ideally based in Malaysia (remote) and requires 5+ years of relevant experience in political risk analysis with strong writing skills.

The analyst will monitor Malaysian political developments, produce investor-relevant analysis, and collaborate with regional colleagues on pan-ASEAN coverage and thematic work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience analyzing Malaysian politics and/or public policy.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Malaysia’s political landscape, institutions, and policy priorities.
• Ability to connect political developments to business and market implications.

Responsibilities

• Track and analyze Malaysian politics and policy developments at federal and state levels.
• Produce concise, client-ready research notes and reports.
• Cover elections and political transitions with scenario development and forecasts.
• Develop expertise at the intersection of politics and key sectors such as technology, energy, and minerals.
• Respond to client questions with tailored memos and reports on tight timelines.
• Collaborate with Southeast Asia practice colleagues on pan-ASEAN research.
• Cultivate on-the-ground networks for real-time situational awareness.
• Occasionally travel within Southeast Asia for research trips or client engagements.

Skills

Political risk analysis

Research

Policy analysis

Writing

English fluency

Bahasa Malaysia

Team collaboration

Job description

Eurasia Group is seeking an Analyst, Southeast Asia, to join the Southeast Asia practice with a primary focus on Malaysia and cross-cutting work across ASEAN. The role is ideally based in Malaysia (remote) and requires 5+ years of relevant experience in political risk analysis with strong writing skills.

The analyst will monitor Malaysian political developments, produce investor-relevant analysis, and collaborate with regional colleagues on pan-ASEAN coverage and thematic work.