Associate, Global Risk Insight Advisory

GRI Advisory Associate

Global Risk Insights, from Dow Jones, is seeking to appoint an Associate to its Advisory team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing the firm’s global client base with rigorous, actionable, market and policy‑oriented research on political, regional, and geostrategic trends.

Working with the Advisory team, the Associate will undertake original, forward‑looking analysis and contribute to and manage projects that help clients assess and monitor the risk implications of global and regional developments on their commercial and institutional interests. The role also involves client interaction, including contributing to proposal writing and related business development activities.

The Dow Jones GRI Advisory practice brings together the consulting expertise of Dragonfly Intelligence and Oxford Analytica to deliver tailored solutions for clients navigating complex environments. Our timely analysis of global and country risks, actionable intelligence and strategic foresight support better decisions, more resilient operations and successful project outcomes.

The successful applicant will have an excellent grasp of international politics, security and foreign policy, and a solid understanding of their implications for business and public sector decision‑making. Research, writing and editing skills, creative thinking, strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, and the ability to work on a wide range of projects are essential.

• Work on client‑facing projects from day one and play a vital role in project development and delivery
• Conduct high quality open‑source research, monitoring and data gathering in support of Advisory work
• Use, develop and maintain our expert network, working with senior academics and practitioners
• Contribute to scoping client and prospects needs, and develop proposals accordingly
• Deliver high‑quality project work within agreed timescales, seeking guidance where required
• Work to deadlines on several engagements simultaneously, demonstrating the ability to move flexibly between projects

• Academic or professional background in international affairs
• Excellent research, editorial and drafting skills
• The ability to provide written research accurately, clearly and concisely.
• Knowledge of or an interest in political, economic, and international affairs; a regional focus is desirable but not a must
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Knowledge of other languages (including French, Mandarin, Russian) will be considered an advantage
• Relevant 2+ years of work experience in research and/or consulting

The position is based in London or Barcelona. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in either of these locations.

• Comprehensive Insurance Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Family Care Benefits
• Access to Dow Jones Products
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Well‑being Support & Fitness Programs

Reasonable accommodation:
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