Posted on the Senna Finance & Private Equity Community.

Posted on the Senna Finance & Private Equity Community.

Overview

A global consulting firm is seeking a Junior Threat Analyst to join its threat analysis function, contributing to the production of industry-leading terrorism research and threat intelligence. The role supports internal teams, member organisations, and relevant external stakeholders by delivering timely, well-evidenced analysis of the terrorism threat to the UK mainland and relevant international developments.

The analyst will work as part of a team of threat analysts and risk consultants of varying seniority, all overseen by the Chief Strategy and Operations Officer. This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of three days per week at the firm\'s Central London offices.

When applying, please include a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the experience and requirements criteria, and what has led you to apply for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a detailed and current understanding of the UK terrorism threat landscape, including relevant international trends and developments.
• Conduct ongoing research into terrorism-related incidents and news to inform key internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the research, writing, and production of publications, reports, and threat awareness products covering the UK terrorism threat landscape and international trends, including the gathering and analysis of Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT).
• Support the maintenance of a global terrorism-related incidents database.
• Apply the Professional Head of Intelligence Assessment\'s (PHIA) Probability Yardstick to produce assessments of terrorism threat and activity, primarily in the UK and also globally.
• Deliver briefings on terrorism threat to internal colleagues and member organisations as required.
• Support external research into specific UK terrorism threat issues in collaboration with practitioner experts and government partners.
• Contribute to the development of the team as a recognised centre of excellence for understanding UK terrorism threat, acting as an ambassador in all internal and external settings.

Skills & Experience

Essential Experience

• A minimum of six to twelve months of relevant experience in a discipline related to terrorism and/or intelligence analysis, such as intelligence analysis, investigations, or monitoring.
• A completed undergraduate or master\'s degree in a relevant discipline, such as International Security, Criminology, International Relations, Intelligence Analysis, Political Violence, or Conflict Studies.
• Demonstrable understanding of terrorism and extremism in the UK and globally.
• Experience working with Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT), including collecting, reviewing, and analysing large volumes of information to produce written reports, essays, or papers.
• Experience presenting or delivering briefings to a small audience.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience applying the PHIA Probability Yardstick.
• Background or demonstrable interest in mathematics, economics, statistics, or working with quantitative information.
• Familiarity with the UK insurance market, specifically in relation to reinsurance.

Core Competencies

• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and well-structured reports and analytical products.
• Proven research and analytical skills, with the ability to independently gather and assess intelligence from multiple open sources.
• Confident presentation skills, with the ability to brief credibly on terrorism-related subjects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, while also contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Growth mindset with a positive approach to challenging tasks and a commitment to continuous learning and development.

Why This Role Stands Out

• The opportunity to work at the intersection of terrorism research, intelligence analysis, and applied risk — contributing directly to products that inform real-world decision-making.
• Exposure to a multidisciplinary team of analysts and risk consultants, with structured oversight and opportunities for professional development.
• Engagement with government partners and practitioner experts, providing access to networks and perspectives beyond the private sector.
• A role within a team positioned as a centre of excellence for UK terrorism threat understanding, offering meaningful scope to build specialist expertise early in a career.

Application Process

Candidates should submit their application including a CV and a cover letter. The cover letter should clearly demonstrate how you meet the experience and requirements criteria outlined above, and explain what has led you to apply for this role. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

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