Analyst (Analysis)

Security & Intelligence Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Security & Intelligence Division in Singapore seeks individuals with strong analytical and communication skills. The role entails conducting research on political and economic developments, producing intelligence reports, and engaging with policymakers. Fresh graduates and mid-career professionals are encouraged to apply. This position emphasizes the development of analytical mastery and an understanding of Singapore’s national interests. Candidates should be motivated team players and independent self-starters.

Qualifications

• Roles for fresh graduates and mid-careers available.
• Interest in geopolitical, economic, and security-related developments.
• Ability to see the big picture and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on political developments and global trends.
• Produce intelligence reports and briefings for policymakers.
• Engage with government agencies on policy concerns.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Emotional intelligence

Interest in foreign languages

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

What the role is:

You will be the go‑to expert for incisive reads on the latest political developments, global trends, and what they mean for Singapore. You will produce intelligence assessments on the latest geopolitical developments and emerging long‑term trends. Your work will arm Singapore’s policy makers with intelligence assessments that enable them to make the best decisions to advance Singapore’s national interests. Specialisations include political analysis, economic analysis, and global trends.

What you will be working on:

• Conduct research on dynamic and complex political developments, current issues, global trends, and key threats to Singapore
• Work on a wide range of intelligence reports for Singapore’s policy makers, including written reports, verbal presentations, and briefings
• Engage Singapore government agencies to understand Singapore’s policy concerns and national interests
• Engage academics and SID’s foreign counterparts in analytical discussions
• Provide technical and strategic leadership for a team (if you are in a senior role)
• Design and implement workplace processes, with future trends and needs in mind
• Plan and guide your team’s professional growth, in both general and technical areas
• Build good relations and workflows with internal and external stakeholders
• Mentor and develop junior team members to maximise their potential

What you will gain:

• Mastery of analytical skills and domain knowledge
• Understanding of Singapore’s national interests, Singapore’s decision‑makers’ preoccupations, and an appreciation of the threats Singapore faces

What we are looking for:

• Roles for fresh graduates and mid‑careers available
• Keen interest in geopolitical, economic, and security‑related developments
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
• Ability to see the big picture and also a keen eye for detail
• Motivated team player, as well as an independent self‑starter
• Interest in and flair for foreign languages

About Security & Intelligence Division

We are an agency that provides strategic analysis to help advance and protect Singapore’s national interest, security and sovereignty. Our mission is to provide the government with strategic assessments of global and regional threats, and developments in the increasingly complex and volatile world.