Policy Analyst

Foreign Policy Analytics, the research and advisory division of Foreign Policy, is seeking a full-time Policy Analyst to join our research team to participate in the cutting-edge research that we provide to clients around the world. The Policy Analyst is responsible for conducting the research, analysis, and preparing substantive and compelling reports. We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative team member that is committed to the organization’s mission and will bring professionalism, urgency, and dedication to the work environment.

Core responsibilities

• Conduct desktop and primary research and analysis on various geographies as needed across a range of policy issues and sectors
• Monitor and analyze legislation and regulations pertaining to a range of industries and subject matters
• Collect data from international, government sources and conduct economic trend analyses
• Produce rapid response briefs on breaking policy issues
• Prepare client presentations, policy briefs and reports

Requirements

• Master's Degree in international relations, economics or public policy required
• Proven track record of high-quality qualitative and quantitative research
• Excellent English Language writing abilities
• Comfortable presenting and interacting with senior executives
• Experience in transportation policy and mobility is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team to deliver projects on time and on budget
• Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize tasks
• Honed critical thinking skills with an analytical and innovative mindset
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including manipulating large datasets and data visualization
• 1-3 years of relevant professional experience in analytics performing exploratory data analysis to understand the characteristics of a data set and identify patterns
• Working knowledge of regressions and modeling
• Exceptional ability to intuit, understand and clearly communicate the meaning of data analyses in a concise, compelling manner
• Programming and coding experience (R, Python, etc.) is a plus

Foreign Policy (FP) was founded in 1970 with the vision of leading a root and branch rethink of how the United States engages with other countries. We explain Washington to the world and the world to Americans—and we do that by covering big trends in not only security and defense but also issues surrounding climate change, immigration, politics, culture, and more. FP is more than just a magazine: Our research division has been at the forefront of research on geopolitical risk, policy and regulatory trends, climate and security, gender parity, and more. Our podcast division is flourishing and includes successful shows I Spy, Ones and Tooze, the Hidden Economics of Remarkable Women (HERO), among many others. FP Events is rapidly expanding our programming, convening top leaders in government, business, and civil society for critical and timely conversations on a wide range of topics. FP Events produces multiple in-person, hybrid, and virtual summits, roundtables, simulations, and dialogues each year.

Working at FP
We currently have a flexible hybrid schedule and team members have the opportunity to work “from anywhere” for one month each year. We offer comprehensive benefits including 3 weeks of vacation, 7 days of sick time, parental leave, medical, dental, 401(k) match, a pension plan, gift matching, and a one time home-office stipend

• Candidates must possess the legal right to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. Foreign Policy requires that all employees and contractors be vaccinated against Covid-19.

Foreign Policy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.