Analyst/Senior Analyst, Southern Africa - Remote

Overview

Control Risks is a specialist risk consultancy that helps to create secure, compliant and resilient organizations in an age of ever-changing risk. Working across disciplines, technologies and geographies, everything we do is based on our belief that taking risks is essential to our clients’ success. We go beyond problem-solving and give our clients the insight and intelligence they need to realise opportunities and grow. From the boardroom to the remotest location, we have developed an unparalleled ability to bring order to chaos and reassurance to anxiety.

In Short

• Join a team covering the SADC region as an analyst or senior analyst.
• Write analysis on political, security, and business-relevant issues.
• Deliver bespoke consulting engagements.
• Focus on Sub-Saharan Africa within the Global Risk Analysis department.
• Work closely with colleagues in the Johannesburg office.
• Understand political dynamics in the SADC region.
• Advise clients on threats to stability, election outcomes, and corruption.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively across departments.
• Willingness to travel is required.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements are encouraged.

Requirements

• Experience in political risk, business, academia, journalism, or government.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Effective communication skills.
• Interest in political dynamics.
• Willingness to travel.
• Background in international organizations is a plus.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.
• Engage with a diverse range of clients.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative team culture.