Lead Research Analyst

Research Analyst
- _APAC_

Position Summary

**Responsibilities**:

- Conduct in-depth investigative research on specific AML/CFT related issues related to South and Southeast Asia such as sanctions, organized crime, human trafficking, wildlife trafficking, cybercrime, and related threat finance research.
- Analyse a wide range of data sources in local languages to produce daily structured reports and content updates.
- Maintain a high level of regional and portfolio country expertise by monitoring breaking news for relevant developments.
- Research and extract data from all applicable sources, ensure accuracy and quality of findings by complying with policies and applicable laws.
- Provide regular status updates on research projects to research manager.
- Effectively collaborate with teams across offices in multiple time zones.

**Qualifications**:

- Native level proficiency in any Asian language is required.
- Must possess keen attention to detail, excellent research, writing and analytical skills, and enjoy in-depth investigations to uncover difficult to access information
- Knowledge of political and threat finance issues in APAC region.
- Understanding of sanctions, law enforcement and regulatory enforcement bodies and relevant national laws concerning the Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) regime in APAC region.
- Relevant professional experience including internships, research assistantships, and independent projects that rely on both qualitative and quantitative skills would be preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment

Education/Certifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred in international relations, political science, security studies, history, foreign languages, or other humanities fields. Outstanding recent graduates in other fields or those with proven experience will also be considered.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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