J.S. Held LLC
Managing Consultant - Strategy & Risk Advisory (Eurasia)
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Managing Consultant – Strategy & Risk Advisory Eurasian Practice
Location: Hybrid (Eurasia-focused, with travel requirements)
About J.S. Held
Are you looking to join a growth-minded, dynamic organisation that thrives on collaboration, high-energy work, and rewards excellence? We are J.S. Held, a global consulting firm that blends technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to help clients unlock value and mitigate risk.
Our teams serve as trusted advisors for organisations tackling high-stakes challenges—requiring urgent action, uncompromising integrity, deep experience, precise analysis, and a nuanced understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. We offer a full suite of services, data, and advisory solutions to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.
The Strategy & Risk Advisory team specialises in guiding clients through high-risk, high-reward markets globally, addressing critical issues at the core of their growth. We provide strategic intelligence, compliance advice, and government relations support across industries.
Our Global Investigations practice is ranked Band 1 in Chambers and Partners, underscoring our platform’s strength and reputation.
Job Description
Joining as a Managing Consultant in our Strategy & Risk Advisory team, you’ll drive growth within Eurasia. This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial, self-driven professional with a well-rounded skill set—perfect for expanding our presence in this region.
The ideal candidate must demonstrate:
- Deep understanding of Eurasian political economies and sectoral expertise.
- Strategic flexibility to thrive in diverse, complex markets.
- Expertise in analysing how political, economic, and regulatory risks impact client strategies, investments, and operations.
Core responsibilities include intelligence gathering, network expansion, and complex project delivery. You’ll build and maintain senior-level contacts across public and private sectors—a role that often requires region-wide travel.
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Additional expertise must align with key client sectors: → Energy → Financial Services → Technology → Mining
You’ll apply sector-specific insights to risk analyses and client deliverables in demanding environments.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership
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Lead and deliver business intelligence and risk advisory projects across Eurasia, with a focus on:
- Due diligence investigations
- Government relations support
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Develop and maintain region-specific, country-level, and sector expertise in Eurasian markets.
Client & Business Growth
- Contribute to J.S. Held’s organic expansion in the region through new client acquisition strategies.
- Build and manage trusted client relationships, executing account plans with precision.
- Proactively explore business development opportunities and collaborate with senior colleagues to forge new client relationships.
Reputation & Engagement
- Support marketing initiatives, including research and high-calibre thought leadership content.
- Cultivate strong public-sector relationships across the region, representing J.S. Held at industry events.
- Provide expert media commentary on geopolitical, regulatory, and sector-specific risks.
Qualifications
Required
✔ Academic background:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant disciplines (e.g., international relations, political science, economics, history, languages, or area studies) from a top-tier university.
✔ Professional experience (4–7 years):
- Managing or conducting complex, region-specific business intelligence and risk advisory projects, particularly in:
- Integrity due diligence
- Political risk analysis
- Stakeholder mapping
✔ Regional expertise:
- Exceptional grasp of political, economic, and commercial landscapes in Eurasia, obtained through:
- Professional experience
- Long-term residence or on-the-ground work
✔ Networking & relationships:
- Established network of key contacts (government agencies, journalists, business leaders) across Eurasia.
- Willingness to expand these networks.
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✔ Communication:
- Outstanding oral and written English skills, including ability to write clear, high-quality reports under tight deadlines.
- Advantageous: regional languages (e.g., Russian, Turkish, Central Asian languages, Eastern European languages).
✔ Soft skills:
- Self-motivated with initiative, adaptability, and a proactive mindset.
- Diplomatic and discreet, able to operate in highly sensitive environments with sound judgement.
✔ Business development experience (or genuine commitment to contribute in this area).
Preferred
🔹 Master’s degree in relevant disciplines.
Physical & Mental Job Qualifications
🌍 Travel preparedness:
- 20–25% international travel as required.
Benefits
Flexible Work Policies
• Work remotely, when operational needs permit. • Flexible time-off policy to support well-being.
• Global medical insurance & life assurance. • Diverse and inclusive work environment, fostering equality and enrichment.
Additional Information
Disclaimer: This description is not exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve without prior notice.
By applying, you consent to J.S. Held collecting, processing, and maintaining your personal information as outlined in the J.S. Held Online Privacy Notice.
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EEO & Equal Opportunity Statement
📢 We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, welcoming applicants regardless of: • Sex • Gender identity • Sexual orientation • Race • Color • Religion • National origin • Disability • Veteran status • Age, or any other protected characteristic.
Accommodations: If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to apply, please email [email protected] with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line, including your request and contact information.
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