Lead Research Analyst | Kuala Lumpur, MY

What We Do

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider that operates connected businesses to serve customers across the entire financial markets value chain.

With capabilities in data, indices and analytics, capital formation, trade execution, clearing and risk management, we operate at the heart of the world's financial ecosystem and enable the sustainable growth and stability of our customers and their communities.

Together, our five business divisions - Data and Analytics, FTSE Russell, Risk Intelligence, Capital Markets and Post Trade - offer customers seamless access to global financial markets, across the trading lifecycle.

LSEG is headquartered in London and has a major presence throughout Europe, the Americas, Asia Pacific and emerging markets.

Working in the World Check Risk Screening product, the Lead Research Analyst is required to maintain accurate information currency to support the growth of LSEG's Content business across the region. Join us today!

Role summary

As a Lead Research Analyst, you will conduct in-depth research on breaking news in South East Asia (SEA) region, mainly in Malaysia, regarding specific Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) related issues. We focus on maintaining an extensive list of Politically exposed persons (PEP), State owned & invested enterprises (SOE/SIE), Sanctions ownership information, etc.

Daily, you will research and extract data from extensive sources from public domain, ensure accuracy and quality of findings by aligning with policies and applicable laws.

What you'll be doing:

1. Strong analyzing, capturing the right intelligent information and summarizing in a timely and accurate manner.
2. Strong adherence to research guidelines following strict requirements to ensure product content and quality.
3. Provide content support to clients on a daily basis and work closely with team members, clients, and country researchers across offices to support related ad-hoc projects.
4. Work independently in handling individual and team assignments and tasks.

Role requirements:

1. Native or full professional language proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia and English.
2. Good English comprehension and writing skills.
3. Preferably at least 2 years' related work experience in research and compliance.
4. Strong analytical skills especially with excellent attention to detail and critical thinking to analyze and resolve research-related issues.
5. Strong organization and interpersonal skills.
6. Enjoy reading news, following current events as well as good knowledge of official and credible media sources.
7. Good domain knowledge of Malaysia's naming conventions including characteristics of personal names, salutations, and titles.
8. Passionate about research work and knowledge pertaining to SEA region, especially Malaysia, political structure and governance at all levels, sanctions, law enforcement and regulatory enforcement bodies and relevant national laws concerning the AML/CFT regime is an advantage.
9. Good understanding of the prevalent financial crimes in SEA region, especially Malaysia, based on guidance and reports from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG), and other relevant sources.
10. Exhibit excellent professionalism - self-motivated, can-do attitude, innovative thinking, strive for efficiency.
11. Leading, managing and prioritizing multiple tasks and activities simultaneously in meeting tight deadlines and working effectively.

Education Qualification/Certifications

1. Bachelor's degree in International Relations/Political Science, Finance/Accountancy/Banking, Business Studies, Commerce, Journalism, Linguistics/Languages, or equivalent.
2. AML related certifications will be prioritized if equally qualified.

If this sounds exciting, apply today! This role is on a blended work model, with 3 days working in the office and 2 days working remotely.

Outstanding candidates who do not meet these requirements will still be considered.

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.