Analyst (Geopolitics / International Relations / Risk Management)

Company Description

Surge International is a boutique recruitment consultancy that provides personalized, tailored recruitment services to a wide range of local and global organizations. The firm partners with companies from large blue-chip corporations to independently run start-ups, supporting them on hiring strategies and connecting them with outstanding candidates. Surge International believes professionals are more than their resumes and that opportunities should be defined by more than job descriptions, focusing on meaningful, human-centered matching. Its business is anchored on four core pillars—Integrity, Humility, Quality, and Empathy—which guide every client and candidate interaction. These values shape the consultancy’s long-term commitment to building trusted relationships and enabling careers and organizations to “Surge beyond.”

Role Description

This is a remote part-time contract role for an Analyst (Geopolitics / International Relations / Risk Management). The Analyst will monitor and assess geopolitical developments, international relations trends, and emerging risks across designated regions and sectors. Responsibilities include conducting policy research, analyzing primary and secondary data, preparing concise reports and briefings, and developing risk assessments and scenario analyses for internal and external stakeholders. The role also involves contributing to policy development recommendations, synthesizing complex information into clear insights, and communicating findings through written reports, presentations, and calls. The Analyst will collaborate with clients and internal teams to support strategic decision-making and may be asked to participate in ad hoc projects, alerts, and thought leadership pieces.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Policy Research and Research skills, with the ability to gather, evaluate, and synthesize information from diverse sources.
• Candidates should possess robust Analytical Skills for interpreting geopolitical, economic, and policy developments and translating them into clear risk assessments.
• Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills, particularly in producing clear written reports, briefings, and presentations for non-specialist audiences.
• Advanced knowledge of geopolitics, international relations, or political risk, supported by a degree in International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Security Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in risk analysis, policy analysis, law-enforcement consulting, or a similar analytical role, preferably with exposure to international or cross-border issues. Previous experience in law enforcement, government agencies, or the military preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage multiple deadlines, and maintain close attention to detail.
• Proficiency with research tools, data sources, and productivity software; familiarity with qualitative or quantitative analytical methods is an advantage.