Candidates should have proven experience working in a fast-paced research environment, excellent qualitative analytical skills, and a track record of producing high quality research for use in a commercial setting. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of the regions business and political environments, as well as an innate sense of curiosity about international affairs, public policy and global markets more generally.
Key Responsibilities
The exact responsibilities will vary depending on the role offered. However, we broadly look for the below skills when considering applicants for all our positions:
- Manage complex open source and human intelligence-led investigative assignments (including pre-transactional integrity due diligence checks and other bespoke investigations);
- Write concise and cogent reports that weave in research findings with an in-depth contextualized analysis of key issues and other pertinent findings;
- Deliver written and verbal briefings to senior management and clients on research findings;
- Prepare proposals for new business;
- Support the development of Anthesis Business Intelligences human source network in Asia; and
- Once comfortable with Anthesis Business Intelligences house style and research methodologies, assist in training new team members and proofreading reports.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
We require as a minimum these qualifications and experience:
- Fluency reading and writing English in a commercial context and at least one key regional language;
- 1-6 years full-time post-graduate work experience in the corporate intelligence industry and/or another relevant investigative background;
- Experience using open source research tools such as LexisNexis and Factiva, as well as regional and language-specific databases and media sources;
- Ability to plan and manage multifaceted research projects from the proposal stage to delivering our work to the client;
- A working knowledge of financial, commercial and legal concepts;
- A bachelors degree in a relevant field from an accredited university; and
- Professional proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite.
Candidates should also have demonstrable skills in the following areas:
- A keen interest in Asian and international affairs and business;
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
- A proactive, can-do mindset and willingness to work outside job specifications when required;
- An ability to thrive under pressure and work to tight deadlines;
- Maintain a high level of professionalism in all areas of work; and
- Respond well to development feedback.
