Lead Research Analyst with French

Lead Research Analyst with French LSEG Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa As a Research Analyst in our World‑Check team, you’ll play a vital role in protecting the global financial system by identifying potential risks before they become threats. Your work will help clients comply with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations and reduce exposure to financial and reputational risks. You’ll join a multinational, multilingual team that values curiosity, precision, and collaboration. This is an opportunity to develop expertise in financial crime prevention while working in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. What You Will Do Conduct in‑depth research using reputable media, government, and regulatory sources to maintain accurate risk profiles in LSEG applications. Apply open‑source intelligence (OSINT) techniques to gather and verify information on individuals and entities. Analyze data to identify potential risks such as money laundering, fraud, corruption, organised crime, and other financial crimes. Stay current with global regulations and internal guidelines to ensure accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with international teams on shared projects to deliver high‑quality, timely insights. What We’re Looking For Proficiency in English and French (written and spoken). Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Additional language skills. Awareness of socio‑political contexts relevant to your language expertise. Familiarity with KYC/AML regulations or financial crime concepts. Why Join Us Be part of a global team making a real impact on financial crime prevention. Gain specialised knowledge in a growing industry with opportunities for career development. Work in a collaborative, multicultural environment that values continuous learning. How to Prepare for the Interview Review key concepts in AML, KYC, and PEP screening. Explore World‑Check and its role in risk management. Read about recent global financial crime cases. What We Offer We’re proud to offer a working culture that supports growth, balance, and purpose: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. A welcoming, inclusive culture backed by Employee Networks. A competitive referral bonus program. Access to private healthcare, wellness support, and pension contributions. Professional development opportunities and learning resources. Paid volunteer time to support causes that matter to you. A team that values your input and supports your goals. We believe diversity makes us stronger. If you need reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know – we’re here to support you Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we’d love to hear from you. LSEG 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. 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. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s 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. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting and Financial Services #J-18808-Ljbffr