Job Description

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A NEW TEAM MEMBER! JOIN US! Our multinational and multilingual Research Team, based in Cape Town, works closely with peers in other locations. We're now expanding the size of our department.This is a job posting for the purpose of talent pipeline creation to address LSEG hiring needs in South Africa as they become active. We wait for receiving your application for consideration.YOU AND YOUR TEAMThe job of a Research Analyst in World-Check is one where we appreciate language skills, journalistic approach, and critical thinking competence. Our core is to provide search and analysis through reputable sources related to publicly exposed persons (PEP), companies, and institutions. The information collected and analyzed supports our clients align with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations and reduce financial or reputational risk of a missed investment.SOME OF THE DAILY TASKS YOU WILL PERFORM:Researching reputable media, government, regulatory and law enforcement sources to build and maintain relevant data in LSEG applications for content in AfricaUsing open-source research methods to collect information in the public domainIdentifying regulatory and financial risk such as money laundering, fraud, organized crime, narcotics trafficking, and corruptionBecoming familiar and staying up to date with guidelines and regulations to ensure accuracy and high quality of delivered workCollaboration with globally based teams on shared projectsWHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?Proficiency in English and Greek language is requiredCritical thinking, analytical skills, and attention to detailsOrganization skillsVery good use of Microsoft Office applicationsGood written and verbal communication skillsADDITIONAL DESIRABLE SKILLS:Awareness of the socio-political context of the countries matching your language skillsKYC / Anti-Money Laundering / Financial Crime knowledge and experience would be an advantageWHY JOIN US?
A Diverse and Inclusive Workforce: an ability to work within a global, diverse and inclusive company with 300 years heritage and 25,000 people; We have a variety of Inclusion Networks who are a powerful lever of belonging, Plus an Employee Referral Bonus Scheme
Constant Learning: 90 Day Sales On-Boarding Program, e-learning platform, a range of workshops, Access to real-time economic data
Professional Development: Quarterly Connects to ensure you meet your Goals & Objectives
Focus on Wellbeing ; A hybrid working model, we promote physical health and provide access to Mental Health Support, private medical healthcare, corporate pension plan, Daily "Me Hour", Annual wellness allowance
Make An Impact: 2 Volunteer Days a Year to Help Make the World a Better Place, Matched FundraisingLSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyones race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.Please take a moment to read this carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what its used for, and how its obtained, .If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.

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