Senior Research Analyst

About IN2 IN2 is an award-winning specialist communications, development, and research company dedicated to creating positive change for communities in rapidly changing environments. We use innovative and engaging two-way communications to create impact across the full spectrum of geo-political and socio-economic issues, including global security, international development, business transformation, and climate change. IN2 combines a global geopolitical outlook with a rich understanding of local grassroots sentiment to help clients develop, deliver, and measure engagement campaigns that connect our clients with their intended audiences in a language, manner, and medium that feels natural to them. With our track record of delivering culturally sensitive campaigns in challenging and higher-risk environments around the world, IN2 has become a trusted partner and advisor to a range of clients from national governments and transnational institutions to global brands and international NGOs. IN2 has offices in the UK, UAE, Jordan, Iraq, Poland, and Kenya. IN2’s professionally and culturally diverse 180-strong staff hail from 20 countries. We are committed to diversity in our workplace. This position is based in Erbil, and we are therefore seeking candidates who are either currently located there or willing to relocate . Senior Research Analyst Responsibilities: Conduct and lead comprehensive research and analysis on a broad range of socio-political, security, economic, and environmental topics, primarily focused on the Middle East, with potential expansion to other regions and thematic areas as required. Ensure research and analysis products consistently meet high professional standards, providing feedback and mentoring junior and mid-level team members. Prepare and deliver clear, insightful, and professionally presented verbal and written briefings, in person or virtually, to clients, senior company management, and external stakeholders. Create, refine, and maintain a suite of analytical products and field research outputs, and actively contribute to improving qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Coordinate and build strong relationships with colleagues across other divisions and departments, promoting effective communication and transparency in processes. Proactively support corporate business development by fostering relationships with new clients and partners, participating in networking events, and assisting with outreach activities. Support the testing and implementation of innovative tools, technologies, and AI-driven solutions to enhance research efficiency and analytical quality. Oversee and delegate tasks to junior analysts, manage their workload, and provide constructive feedback to ensure professional development. Contribute to promoting IN2’s capabilities by drafting communications materials, ad-hoc reports, and related documentation. Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as requested by senior division or department management, in coordination with the line manager. Qualifications: 4-6 of experience conducting and leading research and analysis on socio-political, security, or economic topics, with particular focus on the Middle East. Experience living in the region strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience producing high-quality qualitative and quantitative analytical products. Proven experience leading research teams, mentoring or supervising junior and mid-level analysts. Exceptional analytical and critical-thinking skills. Strong ability to synthesise complex information clearly and concisely. Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills in English. Experience and expertise in relevant regional languages strongly preferred. Proven interpersonal skills, able to effectively engage and coordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders. High levels of professionalism and discretion, particularly when handling sensitive or confidential information. Flexibility and adaptability, able to adjust research priorities as required by evolving project needs. Proactive approach to workload management, prioritising tasks effectively under tight deadlines. Familiarity with or willingness to adopt new tools, technologies, and analytical methods to enhance research outputs. IN2 is committed to hiring the best talent. As a company, it is proud of its diverse and inclusive workforce and so we welcome applications from all professional and cultural backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or religion.