Associate, Protective Intelligence

Dow Jones / Dragonfly (GRI Advisory), London

About Our Organization:

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the worlds largest news-gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, Americas largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barrons, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investors Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

About the Team: GRI Advisory

The Dow Jones GRI Advisory practice brings together the consulting expertise of Dragonfly Intelligence and Oxford Analytica to deliver tailored solutions for clients navigating complex environments. Our timely analysis of global and country risks, actionable intelligence and strategic foresight support better decisions, more resilient operations and successful project outcomes.

About the Role:

The Associate, Protective Intelligence, will have an excellent grasp of international security dynamics, and a good understanding of their specific implications for businesses and operations. Research, writing and editing skills, creative thinking, strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to work on a wide range of protective intelligence projects across multiple sectors is essential.

You Will:

• Work on client-facing protective intelligence projects from day one and play a vital role in project development and delivery

• Conduct high quality open-source research, monitoring and data gathering in support of protective intelligence work

• Contribute to scoping client and prospects needs, and develop proposals accordingly

• Deliver high-quality project work within agreed timescales, seeking guidance where required

• Work to deadlines on several engagements simultaneously, demonstrating the ability to move flexibly between projects

You Have:

• Academic or professional background in international security, conflict studies or international relations (or other related fields)

• Excellent research, analytical and drafting skills; proven application of technical research skills (e.g. data analysis or domain-specific tools) will be considered an advantage

• The ability to provide written research accurately, clearly and concisely, and in accordance with an in-house methodology.

• Knowledge of or an interest in security and/or international affairs; a regional focus is desirable but not a must

• Excellent command of written and spoken English

• Knowledge of other languages (including French, Mandarin, Russian) will be considered an advantage

• Relevant work experience in research and/or threat monitoring and/or consulting

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Insurance Plans

• Paid Time Off

• Family Care Benefits

• Access to Dow Jones Products

• Subscription Discounts

• Employee Referral Program

• Employee Well-being Support & Fitness Programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation

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Non-Union role

Req ID: 52948