Analyst

Thomson Reuters•Houston, TX

11d•$58,100 - $107,900

About The Position

The Analyst performs research and analysis for Thomson Reuters Special Services (TRSS), producing work ranging from due diligence assessments to threat management reports. The role uses openly available data and proprietary holdings to develop relevant, insightful products for clients in the national security community, the U.S. military, law enforcement, and the private sector. The position may potentially require full-time onsite work, while the company describes a flexible hybrid model for office-based roles. The Analyst provides onsite client support, conducts rigorous analysis using public records, proprietary data, social media, and other open sources, and communicates actionable insights through varied media, including data visualization and data processing methods. The role collaborates with client managers and TRSS analysts, applies current research and analytic methodologies, develops expertise in TRSS data and technology, and contributes to analytic development through mentorship, training, and best practices.

Requirements

Ability to clear a customer-specific background investigation; the position is subject to periodic background checks.
At least 3 years of previous work experience related to research and analysis.
At least 2 years of experience using public records, open-source information, and/or social media to support research and analysis.
Bachelor's degree required.
Strong reading and formal writing skills, including demonstrated composition and source-evaluation abilities.
Strong critical-thinking skills and attention to detail.
High proficiency with open-source and research database tools, including the ability to incorporate multiple data streams into a single deliverable.
Ability to engage professionally and collegially with project teams and clients and respond quickly to requests.
U.S. citizenship, required to comply with government contract or federal agency requirements.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. national security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Background in risk assessments, financial risk reviews, and/or Know Your Customer (KYC) reviews.
Familiarity with corporate structures, private equity deals, and/or venture capital deals.

Responsibilities

Perform a range of work, from due diligence assessments to threat management reports, using open data and proprietary holdings.
Provide onsite client support, including responding to inquiries, producing ad hoc reports, conducting miscellaneous research, and advising on analytic methods.
Deliver well-researched analysis and guidance based on in-depth analysis of public records, proprietary data, social media data, and other open-source information.
Apply current research and analytic methodologies and develop expertise in TRSS proprietary data and technology solutions.
Communicate actionable insights through varied media, including data visualization technologies and data processing methods.
Collaborate with client managers and TRSS analysts in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Take ownership of work and successfully complete increasingly complex tasks, projects, and collaborations.
Participate in TRSS analytic development, including mentorship, training, and development of analytic best practices.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year.
Flexible vacation and paid time off, paid holidays, and two company-wide mental health days.
Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
401(k) plan with company match.
Tuition reimbursement and employee incentive programs; role may be eligible for an annual bonus.
Sabbatical leave and parental leave.
Access to the Headspace app and Employee Assistance Program.
Two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities for pro-bono consulting and ESG initiatives.
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
Fitness reimbursement.
Commuter benefits.
Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Optional hospital, accident and sickness insurance; optional life and AD&D insurance; and group legal and identity theft protection, paid by the employee.