Market & Competitive Research Analyst (Remote, Part-time)

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Valona Intelligence is a market and competitive intelligence firm headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. We specialize in analyzing global economic, policy, geopolitical, and business developments using structured research methods and advanced analytical tools.

We combine generative AI and expert-led analysis to deliver fact-based, forward-looking insights that help organizations understand how global events impact international trade, markets, and business environments.

Our work focuses on tracking global developments, policy shifts, industry trends, and geopolitical risks, translating complex information into structured intelligence reports and actionable insights.

• 📊 Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Intelligence & Market Research Analyst to conduct structured research on global economic, geopolitical, and market developments, with a focus on their impact on international trade and business.

The role involves analyzing open-source information, tracking ongoing global events, and producing clear, insight-driven reports, briefs, and presentations for internal and client use.

This position is ideal for early-career professionals with strong analytical thinking, research writing, and global awareness, who are interested in the intersection of geopolitics, markets, and strategic intelligence.

• 🔑 Key Responsibilities
• Conduct structured investigative research on global economic, policy, geopolitical, and market developments
• Analyze how international events, conflicts, regulations, and policy shifts impact trade, industries, and business environments
• Track ongoing developments including legislation, negotiations, crises, and geopolitical risks
• Conduct open-source (OSINT) research and synthesize findings into actionable intelligence insights
• Conduct interviews with subject-matter experts (SMEs) when required to support research outputs
• Prepare structured research reports, intelligence briefs, and analytical summaries
• Develop presentations and intelligence updates for internal stakeholders
• Identify patterns, risks, and opportunities from global economic and political developments
• Maintain continuous awareness of international relations, markets, and security-related events
• 🎓 Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree (or final-year student) in Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Business, Law, or related field
• Minimum 1 year of experience in research, analysis, consulting, or related professional/academic work
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to connect global events with business, trade, and market implications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Strong interest in global affairs, markets, geopolitics, and strategic intelligence
• ⭐ Preferred Skills
• Experience in OSINT, market research, or competitive intelligence
• Familiarity with geopolitical or economic risk analysis
• Experience with data analysis or reporting tools
• Research writing, academic publishing, or analytical reporting experience
• Strong attention to detail and structured thinking ability
• 💰 Compensation

Competitive compensation based on experience and performance during assessment and trial stage.

• 📌 Important Note

This is a research-focused analytical role involving open-source information and public data analysis. No security clearance or access to classified systems is required.

Candidates with strong writing samples, research reports, or analytical work will be prioritized.

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