Senior Analyst, MENA Strategic Insights Contractor
Remote - United Arab Emirates
FrontierView – 210 - Editorial /
Contractor With System Access /
Remote
About the Position
The Senior Analyst will report to our Head of EMEA in a contracted position. They will get a unique perspective on how macroeconomic and political trends impact business plans and operations of the world's largest multinationals. They will also have an opportunity to monitor, analyst, and create a view on a range of major ongoing political and economic issues in the regional MENA economy. The Senior Analyst will also have management responsibility for one more team member.
About the MENA Team
The Senior Analyst Contractor will be part of Frontier View's MENA Strategic Insights team. The MENA SI team produces all syndicated content for Frontier View's client base in the region. The team combines regional knowledge, macroeconomic and political insights, and business acumen to provide impactful analysis, forecasts, and executional advice for a senior executive audience. They work in close collaboration with the commercial team in supporting Frontier View's growth strategy and ongoing client relationships.
About You
Qualified individuals with a passion for informing the decisions of senior corporate executives are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a unique position that allows for significant ownership of our view, as well as exposure to how macroeconomic, political, and business analysis feeds directly into corporate plans and actions for the world's largest multinationals. The Senior Analyst will have direct engagement with C-suite level executives, giving rare influence and insight into decision-making processes of the world's largest businesses.
We are looking for individuals with a passion for global politics and economics, strong macroeconomic fundamentals, and a solid understanding of how local dynamics, policy, politics, and other factors can interact with economic dynamics to shape local and global developments. The individual will be flexible, able to quickly get up to speed on unfamiliar topics, and an exceptionally strong communicator. They will have a strong ability to work with internal and external stakeholders to drive alignment and pressure test views. They will be able to quickly put together short-form written analysis and be flexible in managing multiple research projects at the same time.
What To Expect In This Position
- Monitoring and analyzing economic, political, and business trends Forecasting macroeconomic indicators & ongoing economic analysis
- Writing research deliverables that are concise and impactful for a senior executive audience
- Delivering research presentations to senior executive clients
What Sets You Apart
- A Bachelor's degree from a well-regarded academic institution in Economics, Regional Studies, or International Relations and a Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., international economics)
- Demonstrated knowledge of macroeconomics through prior experience or relevant coursework
- 2+ years of work experience in a research or analysis role, ideally in or for the private sector
- We are looking for a curious generalist with a passion for the intersection between economics, politics, policy, and exposure to both developed and emerging markets; demonstrated work, research, or personal experience in a cross-cultural context is a plus
- Exceptional communication skills in English and Arabic, both written and oral. We are looking for someone able to distill complex and technical topics for non-specialists and able to clearly explain their relevance and impact to business executives
- Experience in managing multiple projects at once; excellent time and project management skills
- Demonstrated ability to cover a variety of topics and issues, including unfamiliar ones
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint and Excel)
- Robust interpersonal, communication, presentation, and persuasion skills
- Outstanding writing skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- A team-oriented mindset
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About FiscalNote
FiscalNote (NYSE: NOTE) is a leader in policy and global intelligence. By uniquely combining data, technology, and insights, FiscalNote empowers customers with critical insights and the tools to turn them into action.
Home to CQ, FrontierView, VoterVoice, and many other industry-leading brands, FiscalNote helps organizations stay ahead of political and business risk.
At FiscalNote, We Lead with Values
Know your Audience ∙ Find the Truth ∙ Drive Alignment ∙ Level Up ∙ Own the Job ∙ Bias for Action ∙ Support the Family
Company Benefits
FiscalNote supports our people by enabling team members with flexibility and benefits to promote well-being and balance, ensuring all FiscalNoters can bring their authentic selves to work. We start by offering competitive salaries, retirement accounts, and equity packages to ensure we’re all FN owners. Plus, our comprehensive benefits packages align with regional requirements and expectations no matter where you are located across the globe. Learn more at https://careers.fiscalnote.com/benefits/.
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