Research Analyst

What you'll be doing Global security monitoring and research

• Monitor a wide range of sources for breaking global security incidents and operational disruptions.
• Research and analyse developments that may impact Healix clients worldwide.
• Produce timely, accurate and actionable alerts in line with internal reporting thresholds.
• Track upcoming events that may require proactive intelligence coverage.
• Review, update and occasionally author country content for Healix's online risk platforms.
Operational support and escalation
• Work closely with Intelligence Analysts and Security Coordinators to support live client cases.
• Build an understanding of client footprints and operations to proactively engage during relevant incidents.
• Identify significant or unusual security events that require escalation and inform the wider operations team.
• Provide ongoing written updates during crises or extended security situations.
• Support the delivery of the Critical Watch travel tracking service when required.
Platform development and collaboration
• Contribute to projects aimed at improving the quality, consistency and usability of Healix's risk intelligence platform.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across the business to continuously improve outputs.
  
  You'll be well suited to this role if you have:
• A strong interest, knowledge or academic background in international relations, politics, security risk or global affairs.
• Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to assess information quickly and accurately.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly summarise complex topics in English.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Confidence using Microsoft tools and digital platforms.
• A resilient, proactive and calm approach when working in a fast-moving environment., An undergraduate degree (or equivalent experience) in International Relations, Politics or a related field., Interest in International Relations, Politics, Security Studies, History or equivalent
• Fluent in English, with excellent writing ability.
Desired criteria
• Experience of international travel
• Relevant internships in government, international bodies, NGOs, corporate security
• Capability in additional languages
  
  Healix International supports organisations and their people around the world by providing timely, actionable intelligence during security and operational incidents. We're now looking for a Research Analyst to join our Intelligence team.
This role focuses on monitoring global security developments, analysing complex information, and producing clear, accurate alerts that help our clients make informed decisions. It's an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong interest in international affairs, security risk, or geopolitics who enjoys fast-paced, impactful work. We have two Fixed-Term Part-Time positions, with each working approximately 18 hours per week, to start in late May / early-mid June with the view to them working for around 3 months. As we are expecting a high volume of applicants, we may close the advert sooner than indicated., All around the world, Healix safeguards people's health and wellbeing. We offer UK employee healthcare benefits, and travel, medical and security assistance in every corner of the globe. Our purpose is to help people in difficult situations - whether that's a cancer diagnosis, a need for medical assistance when they're far from home, or being caught up in conflict or natural disaster. We talk to them, support them, and make sure they get the help they need. If necessary, we'll pull them out and bring them home. We're co-ordinators and problem-solvers: experts at navigating the global health and security landscape. Our teams of doctors, nurses, travel and medical co-ordinators and security experts make sure that your people will be looked after, whatever happens supported by technology designed help individuals, not slot them into a predetermined solution. We work with governments, broadcasters, NGOs, international corporations, major insurers and more. No two clients are the same: we adapt our services to their needs. More importantly, we adapt to the practical and human needs of the individuals we protect. Most of us are on the front line; we keep our back office lean. We don't use scripts, and we don't time calls. We never lose sight of the fact that we're dealing with real people. Instead, we focus on ensuring our highly trained specialists have the space and time they need to be effective. We let them use their initiative to get the job done, because the situations they face often throw up unexpected challenges - and no protocol survives contact with the real world. Our clients have thousands of employees and customers, at home and abroad, so they need a business big enough to handle any situation. But they chose Healix because they also need an organisation that's personal enough to care. Our people are driven to do things in the best way, not the way they have always been done. We work hard, and our efforts are rewarded with great development opportunities and a supportive team spirit. We want to nurture this friendly and dynamic company culture so that we can continue to attract diverse talent with a breadth of knowledge and world-class skills. As a part of Healix, you can expect a range of excellent benefits and an environment where people really do care.Our benefits Commitment to career development We are committed to helping our people build and develop successful careers. Our employees are given direct responsibility and opportunity to develop and grow whilst working on challenging and worthwhile projects in a rewarding and supportive environment. We invest in the continuous development of our team, offering on-going training and professional enhancement opportunities for those wishing to diversify or take additional responsibilities.