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At the heart of what we do is help clients manage risk. Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) provides data and insights to our customers in insurance, energy and the financial services markets so they can make faster and more informed decisions.   

Our global team uses AI, machine learning, automation, and other emerging technologies to collect and analyze billions of records. We provide advanced decision-support to prevent credit, lending, and cyber risks. In addition, we monitor and advise companies on complex global matters such as climate change, catastrophes, and geopolitical issues.  

But why we do our work is what sets us apart. It stems from a commitment to making the world better, safer and stronger.  

It’s the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. It’s why we made a commitment to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. It’s the aim of our “returnship” program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away. And, it’s what drives our annual Innovation Day, where we identify our next first-to-market innovations to solve our customers’ problems.   

At its core, Verisk uses data to minimize risk and maximize value. But far bigger, is why we do what we do. 

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Role Purpose

Based in Singapore, the Asia Risk Insight team lead is a senior role responsible for consistently delivering first-class products to global clients; serving as a thought leader in their region and/or area of specialization; working directly with the sales and consulting teams in the scoping and delivery of opportunities; managing the career and skills development of the team of analysts in the region; and ensuring the collective provision of world-leading analysis on Asia, including through conferences, webinars and regular media engagements.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the operational workflow of the regional research team to enable the timely delivery of high-quality products with concurrent deadlines.
• Work closely with the Commercial Director for APAC, to further grow our reach and reputation in the region.
• Combine expertise on core Asian countries and themes with an understanding of our client’s issues to deploy high quality insights and thought leadership.
• Demonstrate high level of regional knowledge and country-level expertise in analytical output.
• Work with consulting colleagues to develop and deliver research-based consulting engagements within agreed cost and time constraints.
• Ensure team collaboration with other Verisk Maplecroft functions (e.g. Sales) as well as other Verisk companies to boost client engagement and identification of business opportunities.
• Deliver – both individually and at team level – strong thought leadership in terms of external media, conferences, and client-facing engagements, boosting Verisk Maplecroft’s profile and its long-term business opportunities.
• Ensure the long-term development of direct reports in terms of skills, expertise, and career aspirations.
• Effectively forecast medium-term business needs and translate these into actionable staffing recommendations.
• Effectively collaborate with account managers and the Head of the Global Risk Insight team to ensure effective resource utilisation and client satisfaction.

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Knowledge & Experience

• Understanding of salient political, social, and regulatory issues and developments within Asia, particularly with regards to sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues and geopolitics.
• 8-10 years of experience in a relevant field, including political risk analysis or consulting preferred.
• Experience leading a team as well as coaching and mentoring professional development.
• Master’s degree in economics, international relations, political science, area studies or a similar relevant field is essential.
• Robust quantitative skills, including proficiency with statistical techniques; experience in data visualisation is a necessity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience contributing to print and television media.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills to audiences of different levels of expertise.
• Experience working in a diverse and multicultural team with colleagues from across the globe.
• Excellent written and spoken English, particularly in relation to analytical writing.
• Excels in a collaborative environment which translates into an ability to work with colleagues in multiple locations across different time zones.
• An ability to thrive in an environment of robust peer review.
• Organisational and planning skills and the ability to work independently.

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