Analyst or Director, Southern Africa 149 views

Eurasia Group is looking for an Analyst or Director, Southern Africa

About:

Eurasia Group, an independent political risk consultancy is seeking an experienced and motivated analyst to help interpret and predict Southern African political events for financial market and corporate clients. The ideal candidate should have deep knowledge of South Africa and the broader sub-region.

Location: London

Job Type: Full-time

Description:

In this position, you will assess political risks related to elections as well as a host of policy areas including fiscal policy, trade policy, and monetary policy. You will have the ability to analyze specific sectors of the South African economy, with insight on the political drivers that inform policymaking. You will perform in-depth research and will write both succinct, forward-looking analyses and in-depth reports for clients. You will frequently brief both financial sector and corporate clients. You will therefore have excellent analytical and presentation (oral and written) skills. You will adhere to tight deadlines write in a clear, business-oriented fashion.

Requirements:

An advanced degree in political science or other relevant discipline, work experience conducting research on the region, and an understanding of the relevance of your research to investors and markets are required. Previous consulting experience and relevant language fluency are preferred.

Benefits:

• An amazing mission – to help our clients capitalize on the opportunities and manage the risks created by the impact of politics on markets around the world.
• The opportunity to work with a talented and entrepreneurial team in a global environment.
• Flexible work environment, with contemporary offices located in New York (Flatiron), DC (DuPont Circle) and London (Clerkenwell).
• PTO bank of 23 days, 10 paid holidays and 2 summer Fridays.
• A strong belief in work-life balance.
• Competitive salary plus incentive compensation plan.
• Rich benefits package – EG contributes 82-90% to medical and dental premiums, 100% employer-paid LTD, STD and life insurance, 401(k) plus fully vested employer match and pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Business casual dress code.
• Employee referral program that begins at $1000.

Interested candidates please apply.