Company: LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)
Industry: Banking / Financial Services
Posted: Today, This Week, This Month
Deadline: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: Bachelors
Experience:
Location: Western Cape
City: Cape Town
Field: Research
Job Title: Lead Research Analyst With French
- As a Research Analyst in our World-Check team, you’ll play a vital role in protecting the global financial system by identifying potential risks before they become threats. Your work will help clients comply with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations and reduce exposure to financial and reputational risks.
- You’ll join a multinational, multilingual team that values curiosity, precision, and collaboration. This is an opportunity to develop expertise in financial crime prevention while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Conduct in-depth research using reputable media, government, and regulatory sources to maintain accurate risk profiles in LSEG applications.
- Apply open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques to gather and verify information on individuals and entities.
- Analyze data to identify potential risks such as money laundering, fraud, corruption, organized crime, and other financial crimes.
- Stay current with global regulations and internal guidelines to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborate with international teams on shared projects to deliver high-quality, timely insights.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Essential:
- Proficiency in English and French (written and spoken)
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational ability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred:
- Additional language skills
- Awareness of socio-political contexts relevant to your language expertise
- Familiarity with KYC/AML regulations or financial crime concepts
