Briefing Analyst

Getclosure; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytics company in Cape Town seeks a Briefing Analyst to compile daily analyses for executive clients in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong English skills, media literacy, and a background in economic or political news. This permanent full-time position offers a dynamic work experience within a growing team.

Qualifications

• Fluency in additional languages is an advantage.
• Experience working in a corporate communications environment is preferred.
• Willingness to work shifts to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Compile daily briefings analyzing key developments for clients.
• Contribute to a growing business in a fast-changing environment.
• Work collaboratively within a team.

Skills

Excellent written and spoken English

Strong media literacy

Ability to work to deadlines

Experience with economic, political, or business news

Experience in a newsroom or public relations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Media monitoring software (e.g., Talkwalker, Meltwater)

Job description

Overview

Getclosure helps businesses understand what is happening online. Our team provides monitoring, insight and analytics services to leading local and international brands. We are looking for Briefing Analysts to join our team focussed on international brands and media. The successful candidate will be responsible for compiling daily briefings analyzing key developments for our executive clients.

Responsibilities

The candidate will work as part of a team, and must be able to contribute to developing and growing a business in a fast‑changing environment. We are looking for a team player with excellent language and analytical skills, good news judgement, and a strong understanding of international news media and social media platforms.

Requirements

• Excellent written and spoken English (additional languages are an advantage)
• Strong media literacy, and awareness of international news
• Ability to work to deadlines, accurately
• Experience working with economic, political or business news
• Experience in a newsroom / corporate communications / public relations environment
• Exposure to media monitoring software (e.g. Talkwalker or Meltwater) would be an advantage
• Willingness to work within a shift roster to meet deadlines
• Applicant must live in Cape Town

Personal Attributes

• Curious – interested and well‑informed about the world around them
• Team player – excited to work as part of a focused, growing team
• Clear communicator – precise in their use of language
• Leadership – able to take ownership of multiple, daily deliverables
• Driven – committed to delivering excellent work, daily

Salary & Location

• Salary – Market‑related
• Location – Office in Claremont, Cape Town
• Job Type – Full‑time, Permanent
• Education – Bachelors (Preferred)
• Experience – 5 years (Preferred)