M&C Saatchi World Services
Senior Analyst (Europe)
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Senior Analyst (Europe)
Senior Analyst – Politics, Media & Information Environments (Eastern Europe & South Caucasus)
Location: M&C Saatchi World Services | Global (Remote/Hybrid options possible) Division: M&C Saatchi World Services (part of M&C Saatchi Group) Client Focus: Governments, civil society, foundations, academia, and private sector | Critical issues: national security, social justice, and conflict prevention
M&C Saatchi World Services is a specialist division partnering with stakeholders across the globe to address pressing challenges. Our end-to-end, multi-disciplinary service combines communications expertise with subject matter specialists worldwide.
With 250+ colleagues based in the UK, US, Singapore, Australia, and UAE, we deliver domestic and international work, particularly supporting developing countries, fragile states, and conflict-affected regions.
About the Role
The Senior Analyst (Politics, Media & Information Environments) will focus on monitoring, analysing, and reporting on political, media, and information dynamics in Eastern Europe and the South Caucasus, with particular attention to the Western Balkans.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyse political, media, and information environments in the region using media monitoring and social listening tools, acting as an in-house expert on its politics, culture, and information landscape.
- Produce timely, relevant analyses, briefings, and strategic recommendations for all levels of the agency, both verbally and in writing.
- Provide insight-driven support for communications strategy development, responding to ad hoc research requests as needed.
- Develop a deep understanding of regional strategy and project objectives, guiding and informing them.
- Offer collaborative support to other analysts on projects, regionally or thematically.
- Conduct independent desk-based research to inform decision-making.
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About You
Essential Requirements
- Degree in International Relations, War Studies, Russian/Eastern European Studies, or a related geopolitical field.
- Interest or prior experience in Eastern Europe, the Western Balkans, or the South Caucasus.
- Exceptional analytical skills, with experience handling qualitative and quantitative social science data.
- Strong writing and presentation abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred (Desirable) Skills
- Fluency or business proficiency in Russian or another Eastern European language.
- Experience using media monitoring or social listening tools.
- Practical experience with qualitative/quantitative data analysis.
- Proficiency with Structured Analytical Techniques for open-source intelligence/research.
- Familiarity with Python programming.
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What We Offer
Competitive Employer Benefits
- 27 days holiday per year (including off-season, progressive routes)
- Pension contributions, private healthcare, and discounted dental insurance.
- Enhanced maternity/parental leave, along with:
- £250 annual culture stipend.
- Extended bank holiday half-days.
- Emergency care days for dependants (4 max).
- 5 days volunteering leave (for registered charities).
- 10 days special leave (unpaid family/care emergencies).
- Season Ticket Loan, Payroll Giving Scheme.
Support & Growth
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion commitment, including:
- Targeted mentoring, DE&I training, and Employee-Led Networks participation.
- Personalised professional development pathways to advance your career with us.
Company Values
M&C Saatchi Group is an equal opportunity employer, fostering an inclusive, merit-based culture where diversity is celebrated. We adhere to GDPR protections for confidentiality and data security.
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