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Research Director – Strategy Risks

Location: Remote, DC or NYC area
Type: Full-time
Reports to: CEO

About Strategy Risks

Strategy Risks is a China-focused business intelligence firm providing geopolitical, political, and strategic risk analysis to senior decision-makers across finance, corporates, and government. We help clients anticipate and navigate complex global risks through rigorous research, clear analysis, and actionable insight.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Research Director to oversee and grow our research team and our research products. This is a senior leadership role for a proven expert who combines deep subject-matter knowledge with strong managerial and editorial judgment, the ability to manage and mentor analysts, strong organizational skills, and the ability to build and manage client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and oversee Strategy Risks’ research agenda across geopolitical, political, and strategic risk themes
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of analysts, researchers, and contractors
• Edit, quality-control, and occasionally research/write reports, briefings, and client deliverables
• Work closely with senior leadership to align research with client needs and commercial strategy
• Support client engagements, including briefings, presentations, and calls with senior stakeholders

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Significant experience (typically 8–12+ years) in political risk, media, geopolitics, intelligence, or strategic analysis
• Strong track record of managing research teams and complex analytical projects
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to communicate clearly to non-technical audiences
• Deep expertise in China, geopolitics, economics, and global affairs
• Experience working with senior clients or decision-makers
• Chinese fluency a plus, but not required

What We Offer

• A senior leadership role in a fast-growing, respected business intelligence firm
• Challenging and intellectually stimulating work
• Exposure to high-level global clients and real-world strategic challenges
• Salary range: $100,000–$150,000 plus possibility of commission and equity

How to Apply

Please submit a CV to [email protected]