36 Research Lead jobs in 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'll 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, organized 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

Essential:

• Proficiency in English and French (written and spoken)
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational 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 specialized 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

Even if you don't have direct experience in AML or KYC, you can prepare by:

• Reviewing key concepts in AML, KYC, and PEP screening
• Exploring World-Check and its role in risk management
• Reading 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.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

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.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

Please take a moment to read this

privacy notice

carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained,

your rights and how to contact us as a data subject

.

If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.

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'll 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, organized 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

Essential:

• Proficiency in English and Portuguese (written and spoken)
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational 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 specialized knowledge in a growing industry with opportunities for career development.
• Work in a collaborative, multicultural environment that values continuous learning.

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

How to Prepare for the Interview

Even if you don't have direct experience in AML or KYC, you can prepare by:

• Reviewing key concepts in AML, KYC, and PEP screening
• Exploring World-Check and its role in risk management
• Reading about recent global financial crime cases

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.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

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.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

Please take a moment to read this

privacy notice

carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained,

your rights and how to contact us as a data subject

.

If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.

About Us:
LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services – and our open-access model – we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity.

LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific.

YOUR TOTAL REWARDS:

• Annual gross salary: 80,000 PLN,
• Language allowance: up to 8,600 PLN based on the level of language comprehension,
• Wellness allowance and Internet allowance,
• A range of additional benefits,

Role Description:
The job of a Research Analyst in World-Check is one where we appreciate language skills, journalistic approach, and critical thinking skill. Our core is to provide search and analysis through reputable sources related to publicly exposed persons (PEP), companies, and institutions. The information collected and analysed supports our clients align with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations and reduce financial or reputational risk of a missed investment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Researching reputable media, government, regulatory and law enforcement sources to build and maintain relevant data in Refinitiv applications
• Using open-source research methods to capture information in the public domain
• Identifying regulatory and financial risk such as money laundering, fraud, organized crime, narcotics trafficking, and corruption
• Becoming familiar and staying up to date with guidelines and regulations to ensure accuracy and high quality of delivered work
• Collaboration with globally based teams on shared projects

Candidate Profile / Key Skills:

• Fluency in English and Slovak
• Critical thinking, analytical skills, and attention to details
• Organization skills
• Very good use of Microsoft Office applications
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Nice to have

• Awareness of the socio-political context of the countries matching your language skills
• Know Your Customer / Anti-Money Laundering / Financial Crime knowledge and experience would be an advantage

How to get prepared for an interview?

Please do the research. Even if you don't have experience in any AML or KYC field, you can source plenty of available information and make your effort to understand the general purpose of this expanding industry. We recommend you look through information related to AML, KYC, PEP, Financial Crime, World-Check (a Refinitiv product).

YOUR PACKAGE WHEN JOINING GDYNIA TEAM:

• Bonus: bonus plan assigned to every position
• Wellbeing: monthly wellness and work-from-home allowance, and employee assistance program
• Lunch card: meal allowance on personal lunch card provided monthly
• Healthcare: private medical care with Medicover, premium package fully covered by employer and life insurance with Generali
• Future: corporate pension plan supported by Fidelity International offering additional 5% of base salary to invest in selected funds, and LSEG Employee Share Purchase plan available
• Reward and Recognition: additional awards and vouchers available for extra achievements
• Referral: Bonus between 8,000 to 10,000 PLN for successful recommendation of a new colleague
• Development: E-learning platforms access with a range of training and certified courses
• LSEG Products: availability to access to real-time economic data through our flagship Workspace platform
• Diversity: Inclusive culture built by colleagues from over 40 countries representing various age, gender, race, and beliefs
• Charity: 2 additional days off for voluntary jobs
• Office: brand new, sustainable office with cafeteria and chillout space. Location 3T Office, Gdynia is less than 200m to PKM station and a walking distance to SKM station. Underground car park with 122 spaces for LSEG employees
• Activities: sport teams and social events to join e.g. weekly yoga classes in the office
• Company events: Annual Summer and Winter Parties for colleagues and Family Day for employees with partners and children

Learn more about life and purpose of our company directly from the Gdynia colleagues' video:

Follow us on Facebook, Carers at LSEG Gdynia

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.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of
Integrity, Partnership
,
Excellence
and
Change
underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

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. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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.

Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.

If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.

TOTAL REWARDS
WHEN JOINING GDYNIA TEAM
:

• Annual gross salary: 80,000 PLN,
• Language allowance: up to 8,600 PLN based on the level of language comprehension,
• Wellness allowance and Internet allowance,
• A range of additional benefits,

YOU AND YOUR TEAM
The job of a Research Analyst in World-Check is one where we appreciate language skills, journalistic approach, and critical thinking. Our core is to provide search and analysis through reputable sources related to publicly exposed persons (PEP), companies, and institutions. The information collected and analyzed supports our clients' alignment with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations and reduces the financial or reputational risk of a missed investment.

SOME OF THE DAILY TASKS

• Researching reputable media, government, regulatory and law enforcement sources to build and maintain relevant data in LSEG applications
• Using open-source research methods to capture information in the public domain
• Identifying regulatory and financial risks such as money laundering, fraud, organized crime, narcotics trafficking, and corruption
• Becoming familiar and staying up to date with guidelines and regulations to ensure accuracy and high quality of delivered work
• Collaboration with globally based teams on shared projects

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?

• Proficiency in English, Russian and a very good knowledge of Ukrainian or another CIS language.
• Critical thinking, analytical skills, and attention to details
• Organization skills
• Very good use of Microsoft Office applications
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Additional Desirable Skills

• Awareness of the socio-political context of the countries matching your language skills
• Curiosity current global events, acquaintance with various media sources
• Know Your Customer / Anti-Money Laundering / Financial Crime knowledge and experience would be an advantage
• Experience with Python/SQL/PowerBI would be an advantage as well

HOW TO GET PREPARED FOR AN INTERVIEW?
Please do the research. Even if you don't have experience in any AML or KYC field, you can source plenty of available information and make an effort to understand the general purpose of this expanding industry. We recommend you look through information related to AML, KYC, PEP, Financial Crime, and World-Check (a Refinitiv product).

YOUR PACKAGE WHEN JOINING GDYNIA TEAM:

• Bonus: bonus plan assigned to every position
• Wellbeing: monthly wellness and work-from-home allowance, and employee assistance program
• Lunch card: meal allowance on personal lunch card provided monthly
• Healthcare: private medical care with Medicover, premium package fully covered by employer and life insurance with Generali
• Future: corporate pension plan supported by Fidelity International offering additional 5% of base salary to invest in selected funds, and LSEG Employee Share Purchase plan available
• Reward and Recognition: additional awards and vouchers available for extra achievements
• Referral: Bonus between 8,000 to 10,000 PLN for successful recommendation of a new colleague
• Development: E-learning platforms access with a range of training and certified courses
• LSEG Products: availability to access to real-time economic data through our flagship Workspace platform
• Diversity: Inclusive culture built by colleagues from over 40 countries representing various age, gender, race, and beliefs
• Charity: 2 additional days off for voluntary jobs
• Office: brand new, sustainable office with cafeteria and chillout space. Location 3T Office, Gdynia is less than 200m to PKM station and a walking distance to SKM station. Underground car park with 122 spaces for LSEG employees
• Activities: sport teams and social events to join e.g. weekly yoga classes in the office
• Company events: Annual Summer and Winter Parties for colleagues and Family Day for employees with partners and children

Learn more about life and purpose of our company directly from the Gdynia colleagues' video:

Follow us on Facebook, Carers at LSEG Gdynia

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.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of
Integrity, Partnership
,
Excellence
and
Change
underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

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. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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.

Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.

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.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of
Integrity, Partnership
,
Excellence
and
Change
underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

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. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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.

Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.

If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.

*YOU AND YOUR TEAM *
The job of a Research Analyst in World-Check is one where we appreciate language skills, journalistic approach, and critical thinking proficiency. Our core is to provide search and analysis through reputable sources related to publicly exposed persons (PEP), companies, and institutions. The information collected and analyzed supports our clients align with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations and reduce financial or reputational risk of a missed investment.

We are multinational and multilingual team working closely with peers across other locations. We're now growing the size of our department.

The role is available for hiring in dual locations - Gdynia, Poland or Cape Town, South Africa.
TOTAL REWARDS
WHEN JOINING GDYNIA TEAM
:

• Annual gross salary: 80,000 PLN,
• Language allowance: up to 8,600 PLN based on the level of language comprehension,
• Wellness allowance and Internet allowance,
• A range of additional benefits,

*SOME OF THE TASKS YOU WILL PERFORM *

• Researching reputable media, government, regulatory and law enforcement sources to build and maintain relevant data in LSEG applications
• Using open-source research methods to gather information in the public domain
• Identifying regulatory and financial risk such as money laundering, fraud, organized crime, narcotics trafficking, and corruption
• Becoming familiar and staying up to date with guidelines and regulations to ensure accuracy and high quality of delivered work
• Collaboration with globally based teams on shared projects

What Do You Need To Bring

• Proficiency in English and Italian
• Any additional language is helpful.
• Critical thinking, analytical skills, and attention to details
• Organization skills
• Very good use of Microsoft Office applications
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Additional Desirable Skills

• Awareness of the socio-political context of the countries matching your language skills
• Know Your Customer / Anti-Money Laundering / Financial Crime knowledge and experience would be an advantage

How To Get Prepared For An Interview
Please do the research. Even if you don't have experience in any AML or KYC field, you can source plenty of available information and make your effort to understand the general purpose of this growing industry. We recommend you look through information related to AML, KYC, PEP, Financial Crime, World-Check (a Refinitiv product).

Why Join Us?
A Diverse and Inclusive Workforce: an ability to work within a global, diverse and inclusive company with 300 years heritage and 25,000 people; We have a variety of Inclusion Networks who are a powerful lever of belonging, Plus an Employee Referral Bonus Scheme

Constant Learning: 90 Day On-Boarding Program, e-learning platform, a range of workshops

Professional Development: Quarterly Connects to ensure you meet your Goals & Objectives

Focus on Wellbeing ; A hybrid working model, we promote physical health and provide access to Mental Health Support, private medical healthcare, corporate pension plan, Annual wellness allowance

Make An Impact: 2 Volunteer Days a Year to Help Make the World a Better Place, Matched Fundraising

YOUR PACKAGE WHEN JOINING GDYNIA TEAM:

• Bonus: bonus plan assigned to every position
• Wellbeing: monthly wellness and work-from-home allowance, and employee assistance program
• Lunch card: meal allowance on personal lunch card provided monthly
• Healthcare: private medical care with Medicover, premium package fully covered by employer and life insurance with Generali
• Future: corporate pension plan supported by Fidelity International offering additional 5% of base salary to invest in selected funds, and LSEG Employee Share Purchase plan available
• Reward and Recognition: additional awards and vouchers available for extra achievements
• Referral: Bonus between 8,000 to 10,000 PLN for successful recommendation of a new colleague
• Development: E-learning platforms access with a range of training and certified courses
• LSEG Products: availability to access to real-time economic data through our flagship Workspace platform
• Diversity: Inclusive culture built by colleagues from over 40 countries representing various age, gender, race, and beliefs
• Charity: 2 additional days off for voluntary jobs
• Office: brand new, sustainable office with cafeteria and chillout space. Location 3T Office, Gdynia is less than 200m to PKM station and a walking distance to SKM station. Underground car park with 122 spaces for LSEG employees
• Activities: sport teams and social events to join e.g. weekly yoga classes in the office
• Company events: Annual Summer and Winter Parties for colleagues and Family Day for employees with partners and children

Learn more about life and purpose of our company directly from the Gdynia colleagues' video:

Follow us on Facebook, Carers at LSEG Gdynia

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.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of
Integrity, Partnership
,
Excellence
and
Change
underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

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. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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.

Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.

If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.

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, organized 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
Essential:
Proficiency in
English and French
(written and spoken)

Strong
analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent
attention to detail
and organizational 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 specialized 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:
Even if you don't have direct experience in AML or KYC, you can prepare by:

• Reviewing key concepts in AML, KYC, and PEP screening
• Exploring World-Check and its role in risk management
• Reading 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.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of
Integrity, Partnership
,
Excellence
and
Change
underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

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.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.

If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.

YOU AND YOUR TEAM
The job of a Research Analyst in World-Check is one where we appreciate language skills, journalistic approach, and critical thinking. Our core is to provide search and analysis through reputable sources related to publicly exposed persons (PEP), companies, and institutions. The information collected and analyzed supports our clients' alignment with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations and reduces the financial or reputational risk of a missed investment.

We are multinational and multilingual team working closely with peers across other locations. We're now growing the size of our department.

YOUR TOTAL REWARDS:

• Annual gross salary: 80,000 PLN,
• Language allowance: up to 8,600 PLN based on the level of language comprehension,
• Wellness allowance and Internet allowance,
• A range of additional benefits,

SOME OF THE DAILY TASKS

• Researching reputable media, government, regulatory and law enforcement sources to build and maintain relevant data in LSEG applications
• Using open-source research methods to capture information in the public domain
• Identifying regulatory and financial risks such as money laundering, fraud, organized crime, narcotics trafficking, and corruption
• Becoming familiar and staying up to date with guidelines and regulations to ensure accuracy and high quality of delivered work
• Collaboration with globally based teams on shared projects

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?

• Proficiency in English, Russian
• Knowledge of additional language from Eastern Europe (Ukrainian, Belarusian), Central Asia or Caucasus would be an advantage
• Critical thinking, analytical skills, and attention to details
• Organization skills
• Very good use of Microsoft Office applications
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Additional Desirable Skills

• Awareness of the socio-political context of the countries matching your language skills
• Curiosity current global events, acquaintance with various media sources
• Know Your Customer / Anti-Money Laundering / Financial Crime knowledge and experience would be an advantage
• Experience with Python/SQL/PowerBI would be an advantage as well

HOW TO GET PREPARED FOR AN INTERVIEW?
Please do the research. Even if you don't have experience in any AML or KYC field, you can source plenty of available information and make an effort to understand the general purpose of this expanding industry. We recommend you look through information related to AML, KYC, PEP, Financial Crime, and World-Check (a Refinitiv product).

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.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of
Integrity, Partnership
,
Excellence
and
Change
underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

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. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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.

Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.

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.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of
Integrity, Partnership
,
Excellence
and
Change
underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

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.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.

If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.

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, organized 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

Essential:

Proficiency in English and French (written and spoken)

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Excellent attention to detail and organizational 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 specialized 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:

Even if you don't have direct experience in AML or KYC, you can prepare by:

• Reviewing key concepts in AML, KYC, and PEP screening
• Exploring World-Check and its role in risk management
• Reading 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.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

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.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

Please take a moment to read this

privacy notice

carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained,

your rights and how to contact us as a data subject

.

If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.

Job Description
To support the strategic direction of the organisation's social investing efforts by leading the integration of research and insights across the three foundations. Operating across three foundations, responsible for gathering, synthesising, and translating insights from the ideation and investing, enablement, and execution teams.

To shape strategy, optimise programme design, and enhance impact delivery. The role serves as a strategic enabler, ensuring that decisions are evidence-based and aligned with the organisation's social investment objectives and broader purpose.

Hello future Social Investing Research and Insights Lead
FirstRand believes that its people are its single most important resource and will not operate in a sector unless it has people who are right for that market and who share FirstRand's business values. We recruit self-starters who have a passion for what they do. We empower them, hold them accountable and reward them appropriately. We value diversity in our people, particularly for the way that this contributes to innovative thinking. If you think you will flourish in our environment, and you believe you have the necessary skills and competencies for the position advertised, then we are looking for you

Are You Someone Who Can

• Lead the design and implementation of a research and insights framework that supports the social investing strategy.
• Translate qualitative and quantitative data into actionable insights to inform strategic direction across the three foundations.
• Partner with the Ideation & Investing, Enablement, and Execution teams to gather relevant data, feedback, and learnings.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and alignment across teams to ensure cohesive strategy development and execution.
• Conduct primary and secondary research on social impact trends, community needs, and investment effectiveness.
• Analyse programme performance, stakeholder feedback, and market data to identify opportunities and risks.
• Use insights to influence and refine strategic priorities, programme design, and investment decisions.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and presentations that communicate insights clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
• Engage with internal leadership, external partners, and community stakeholders to validate insights and co-create solutions.
• Represent the organisation in relevant forums, sharing research findings and thought leadership.
• Collaborate with M&E specialists to ensure robust impact measurement and learning mechanisms are in place.
• Support the development of KPIs and metrics that align with strategic goals and social impact objectives.

Qualification

• Minimum: Bachelor's or master's degree (Social Science/ Development studies/ Economics/ Related Field)
• 8+ years of experience 8+ years

You Will Be a Match If You Have

• Research Methodologies
• Data Analysis & Interpretation

Personal Attributes

• Strategic Thinking & Vision
• Analytical Acumen
• Data Literacy
• Stakeholder Management
• Insight Driven Decision Making
• Communication & Storytelling

You Will Have Access To

• Challenging work in a complex and exciting environment
• Opportunities to innovate and create efficiencies.

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now
*Job Details
Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below. *
27/10/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.