Geopolitical/OSINT Analyst

About the Role:Grade Level (for internal use):07The Team: You'll be part of the Economic and Country Risk - OSINT team responsible for using hybrid machine-human sources to collect and enhance data about global security and political risks and using that to power a range of innovative predictive applications to better understand what is happening and changing in the world.Monitor and collect key political and global security events across assigned countries, ensuring comprehensive coverage of critical developments.Utilize licensed platforms and OSINT methodologies to systematically identify and extract relevant intelligence events on a global scale.Assess and verify the authenticity, credibility, and reliability of sources before integrating events into the intelligence database.Draft and publish well-structured, analytical intelligence summaries that accurately capture key event details.Ensure precise attribution of collected events, maintaining consistency in event categorization and metadata tagging.Conduct quality control checks on all collected information, identifying inconsistencies and ensuring adherence to data accuracy standards.Continuously identify and integrate new sources, with a focus on primary, region-specific, and high-reliability intelligence channels.Collaborate to contextualize terrorism data into wider security risk frameworks and client deliverables.Support research initiatives and provide analytical assistance for special projects as required by the business.Strictly adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for data collection, categorization, and processing, ensuring compliance with organizational guidelines.Maintain and update documentation for assigned countries, ensuring accuracy and completeness in the intelligence collection plan.Support operations across flexible shifts, including on public holidays, any other S&P Global provided holidays, and on weekends (during emergency crises like protests/riots/or any other political violence in the assigned region/country)EducationDegree in International Relations, Political Science, or a similar fieldCompetenciesFluent in one or more languages - French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Mandarin, South East Asian language preferred, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.Broad knowledge of geopolitical affairs and global awareness of influences on business goals and strategiesExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative environmentExcellent Computer and Analytical skillsExcellent attention to detailExcellent command of the English Language (written and spoken)Knowledge and understanding of different cultures and regionsWhat's In It For You?Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence.Our People:We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.Our Values:Integrity, Discovery, PartnershipThroughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. 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