About The Risk Advisory Group 

Risk Advisory was founded with the goal of creating a truly professional risk management consultancy. 

This goal is perpetual – we are completely committed to the highest ethical standards. 
That takes intelligence, expertise and determination – but it also takes energy and momentum – something we promise you if we work together. 

We are proud of the business we have created and the long-lasting relationships we’ve built with our clients. 

About the role

Risk Advisory’s Business Intelligence & Investigations unit is looking to hire two Junior Research Analysts for its London team. This is a paid, temporary, and part time position. The ideal candidate will: be currently pursuing a bachelors or masters degree with a focus on analytical research; have recently obtained a university degree and be looking for an opportunity to gain job experience in our industry; or have at least six months of work experience, either in investigations or a related sector such as journalism, political risk, or academia. The position requires working from our offices and hours can be flexible to support your studies. 

We conduct investigative work around the world, so in addition to near native-level spoken and written English, we are looking for candidates who can offer fluency in one or more other languages. Arabic, Russian, French, German, and Mandarin Chinese are all of particular interest. 

An entry level position, the key focus for a Junior Research Analyst is to learn to conduct thorough, high quality research in appropriate languages and to be able to convey the findings of that investigative effort verbally and in writing to colleagues Junior Research Analysts are expected to demonstrate a strong interest and commitment to expanding their knowledge of the Business Intelligence field, the various types of projects conducted in the Business Intelligence and Investigations team, investigations and investigative methodologies, and the the UK Bribery Act and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. The Junior Research Analyst will work closely with a mentor who will accompany them to ensure that targets of the internship are reached.

The successful candidate will be curious in their outlook, tenacious in their approach, and able to multitask effectively, managing multiple projects, often within tight deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills and a strong desire to learn about our industry are both requirements. 

We will only consider applicants who have the right to work in the UK.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

We are committed to being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation. We want to be the leader in our sector and understand that a diverse team enables us to deliver the best services to our equally diverse client base. To achieve our business objectives, we are committed to hiring and developing individuals from all backgrounds. 

Recognising and seeking to address the lack of diversity in our sector, we particularly welcome applications from individuals who may have experienced disadvantage on the basis of their age, sex, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

If you are interested in becoming part of our team and if you are convinced that you meet our criteria, please submit your CV and covering letter by Wednesday 14 May (GMT). 

Initial shortlisting will start to take place during the application process, when we may ask you to attend a video call with us for an introductory conversation. If you are selected to continue in the process, you will be invited to complete a written evaluation during the last week of May.