M+C Saatchi UK
Senior Analyst (Europe)
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Senior Analyst (Europe)
Senior Analyst (Politics, Media & Information Environments) – Europe (Russia/Eastern Europe Focus) – CRM & EBC Engagement
Introduction
We are looking for a Senior Analyst specialising in politics, media landscapes, and information environments across the Europe region to contribute critical insight that drives our strategic communications work. As a Senior Analyst, you will:
- Monitor political dynamics
- Track evolving narratives
- Analyse social, cultural, and informational trends
This role is based within M&C Saatchi World Services, an elite division of M&C Saatchi Group, specialising in national security, social justice, and conflict prevention through integrated, cross-mixed communications and subject-matter expertise.
About The Role
Organization: M&C Saatchi World Services (operating globally, with hubs in the UK, US, Singapore, Australia, and UAE).
Core Goals
We are seeking a Senior Analyst to join our specialist communications division, where you will:
- Deliver end-to-end, high-impact strategic communications – governance and political change.
- Support clients across governments, civil society, foundations, academia, and corporate sectors.
- Work on high-stakes global issues, focusing on regions with vulnerable populations (particularly conflict-affected states).
Responsibilities
Your role will include:
- Monitoring and analysing politics, media, and information environments of Eastern Europe, including Russian and neighbouring geopolitical spaces.
- Act as an in-house regional expert on politics, culture, and information dynamics.
- Utilise media monitoring and social listening tools (e.g., Springboard, Social Gest, AlertLogix).
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Producing actionable insights to support strategic work:
- Deliver timely, high-quality written reports, briefings, and verbal intelligence.
- Support portfolio teams, senior leaders, and ad-hoc requests with detailed analysis.
- inform regional strategy and project objectives, shaping tactical responses.
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Operational support:
- Assist cross-functional teams on regional/transnational projects.
- Conduct independent desk-based research to inform strategic decisions.
What We Require
Essential Criteria
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Degree in:
- International Relations
- War Studies
- Russian/Eastern European Studies
- or related discipline with regional focus.
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Strong interest in/demonstrable experience with Eastern Europe.
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Sharp analytical skills (qualitative/quantitative social science, open-source intelligence research).
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Exceptional written/polished communication (reports, briefings, verbal clarity).
Preferred Experience
- Russian or Eastern European language expertise (city corridor fluency or business proficiency).
- Experience using:
- Social listening/monitoring tools (Web<Text/Google Suite, ITI/AlertLogix).
- Python programming (scraping toolsких or data cleaning automation).
- Experience with Structured Analytical Techniques (open-source intelligence).
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Learning, Growth & Culture
Beyond core expectations, we offer:
- Competitive benefits, citing:
- 27 paid days holiday/year (Flextime, banking-allocation bank holidays First-inкувация)
- Healthcare, private dental schemes, emergency support (rapperletop care).
- Parental/extended leave initiatives + accomodermant/adapter struggles.
- Flexible perks:
- £250 per year for volunteering, cultural (or firm-related training).
- Emergency sick/dependents leave (5 days per year + 10 extended days).
- Season Ticket Loan scheme and Payroll Giving (charity donations).
Plus:
- Enriched learning on D&I (Diversity, Equivalent-E Alfa programylvest)
- Mentorship networks (upgraders through Network OHUS)
- Key incentives through Worker Organisation (branding challenges/fairs).
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
“We value differences and are transforming towards an inclusive environment for all.” M&C Saatchi is a protected-basedEqual Opportunity Employer. We base all decisions on merit, following GDPR privacy.
No external agency recruitment permitted. Apply direct.
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