[Hiring] Analyst @Cision

Role Description

As a Rapid Intelligence Analyst , you will be at the heart of international news coverage. You will monitor political, economic and social developments, analyse national and international media sources, and identify the information that matters most to our clients. Using modern media monitoring technology, you will research and assess news in real time, turning significant developments into short, accurate and easy-to-understand notifications known as Real-Time Alerts. You will join an international team that helps leading companies and organisations stay informed about relevant events.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor media and identify developments
  • Monitor national and international media to identify breaking news, emerging trends and significant developments.
  • Research traditional media, including print, online, radio and TV, as well as social media platforms.
  • Follow political, economic and social developments and assess their potential significance for our clients.
• Analyse and assess information
  • Assess news for timeliness, relevance and significance to different audiences.
  • Distinguish important developments and critical events from less relevant information.
  • Verify information carefully to ensure clients receive accurate, reliable and relevant content.
• Produce real-time alerts
  • Summarise complex issues quickly, accurately and clearly.
  • Produce professional Real-Time Alerts that keep clients informed of important developments as they happen.
  • Maintain high editorial standards, clear wording and content tailored to the target audience.
• Collaborate internationally
  • Work closely with team members and colleagues around the world.
  • Communicate regularly with internal stakeholders to support the reliable delivery of our monitoring services.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of editorial processes and the quality of our information products.

Qualifications

• Excellent English skills (at least C1) and good German skills (at least B2).
• A degree in media, communications, political science, social sciences, economics or a related field, or an equivalent qualification.
• An interest in current political, economic and social developments, with a good understanding of international news.
• The ability to understand complex information quickly, assess its relevance and summarise it clearly.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to recognise connections and critically evaluate information.
• A careful and independent approach to work, with the ability to stay organised during periods of intense news activity.
• Strong communication skills, a team-oriented mindset and a sense of responsibility.
• An openness to new technologies and the ability to learn digital research and media monitoring tools quickly.

Working Hours and Work Arrangement

• Part-time, 20 hours per week.
• Weekend shifts: 8 hours per day on Saturdays and Sundays, from 5:00 am to 1:00 pm Bulgarian time, totalling 16 hours per week.
• Weekday hours: The remaining four hours per week will usually be used to provide cover for other team members. These hours will be worked during the week, with the specific schedule agreed in advance.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Food Vouchers
• Flexible benefits allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Headspace
• Global Wellbeing Days