Analyst, Southeast Asia (Malaysia)

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Eurasia Group is the world's leading global research and advisory firm. We help clients understand, anticipate, and respond to instability and opportunities everywhere they do business. 

Together with GZERO Media—the go-to source of first insight into geopolitics—and our full-fledged events team, the Eurasia Group umbrella provides a complete political risk solution.

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Position Overview


Eurasia Group is seeking an Analyst, Southeast Asia to join our Southeast Asia practice, with a primary focus on Malaysia and additional responsibilities supporting cross-cutting work across ASEAN. This role is ideally based in Malaysia (remote) and is suited to an experienced analyst (typically 5+ years of relevant experience) with strong political and policy analysis skills, excellent writing ability, and a demonstrated interest in how political developments shape market outcomes.


The Analyst will closely monitor Malaysian political and policy developments; produce timely, investor-relevant analysis for Eurasia Group’s client base; respond quickly to client needs; and collaborate with regional colleagues on pan-ASEAN coverage and thematic work.

 

Responsibilities of Analyst, Southeast Asia

  • Track and analyze Malaysian politics and policy: Closely monitor political developments in Malaysia, primarily at the federal level and, where relevant to client exposure, at the state level—assessing implications for policy, governance, stability, and the investment environment.
  • Produce concise, client-ready research: Draft clear, succinct written products (including research notes and reports) that anticipate and assess key political and policy developments—such as election dynamics and outcomes—and explain why they matter to investors.
  • Election coverage and forecasting: Provide ongoing coverage of Malaysian elections and political transitions, including scenario development and informed expectations on likely political trajectories.
  • Sector and supply-chain focused analysis: Develop expertise at the intersection of Malaysian politics/policy and key sectors—particularly areas tied to Malaysia’s role in global supply chains, including technology, energy, and critical minerals/rare earths.
  • Client responsiveness and bespoke work: Respond promptly to client questions on Malaysia, including producing tailored memos, bespoke reports, and other custom analytic deliverables—often on tight timelines.
  • Regional collaboration and ASEAN-wide products: Work closely with Southeast Asia practice colleagues on pan-ASEAN research and client needs; contribute to (and potentially lead) thematic regional analysis and products where appropriate.
  • Develop and maintain on-the-ground insight networks: Proactively cultivate information sources and professional contacts to strengthen analysis and maintain real-time situational awareness.
  • Occasional regional travel: Participate in periodic travel within Southeast Asia as opportunities arise (e.g., for research trips, conferences, or client-related engagements).

 

Desired Skills and Experience of Analyst, Southeast Asia

  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience analyzing Malaysian politics and/or public policy (e.g., political risk, research, journalism, public sector, consulting, think tank, academia, finance/investment research).
  • Subject-matter expertise: Demonstrated knowledge of Malaysia’s political landscape, institutions, key political actors, and policy priorities; ability to connect political developments to business and market implications.
  • Writing and communication: Proven ability to write succinct, high-quality analytical reports for sophisticated audiences; strong verbal communication skills for internal collaboration and client-facing responsiveness.
  • Language: Fluency in English required; Bahasa Malaysia preferred.
  • Analytical mindset: Intellectual curiosity, sound judgment under uncertainty, and strong problem-solving skills—especially in fast-moving political contexts.
  • Regional perspective: Familiarity with the wider ASEAN region is helpful but not required; willingness and ability to support cross-cutting regional work is essential.
  • Work style: Self-starter with strong time management, attention to detail, and comfort working remotely while collaborating closely with a distributed team.

 

Location & Work Authorization

This role is ideally remote-based in Malaysia. Candidates must be eligible to work in Malaysia.

 

At Eurasia Group, our mission is to provide the tools and understanding needed in a world where politics drives disruption. We put politics first for our clients, and we aspire to be the leading place people come to find out about the world. This requires us to maintain a company culture that puts people first. We are committed to fostering an environment that is empowering and globally minded. We firmly believe that bringing people with a variety of ideas and perspectives to the table makes our analysis stronger for our clients and creates a better workplace. Our leadership team is dedicated to embedding this approach into everything we do and how we lead because we care deeply about our work and our people. 

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