Director of Strategic Research, EU

Lead political research strategy

• Building on Reset Tech’s existing infrastructure, set out a political research strategy focused on threat intelligence and online insights and informed by a deep understanding of political events, processes, campaigns and communications (heavy focus on EU)

• Respond to political crises and unplanned events, being agile and innovative while also delivering on the research strategy

• Work with allies in the field to share learnings, ideas and methodologies

• Stay abreast of developments across the political spectrum, exploring positions and tactics of a range of actors.

 Oversee and manage a suite of political research products

• Work with a team of technical research analysts to understand and build on our existing pipeline of research products, tailoring them for external stakeholders 

• Be, or quickly become, familiar with a range of technical research tools and methodologies and integrate insights from Reset’s technical experts

• Innovate on product design and development, ensuring we deliver the highest quality research products possible

Liaise with political stakeholders in key jurisdictions

• Maintain a deep understanding of and networks in European politics and political parties - reputation as a trusted expert and operator

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key actors in European politics across multiple member states

• Represent Reset Tech with key political stakeholders in relevant countries, with an initial focus on EU member states

• Work with partners to understand relevant information gaps or priorities, demonstrating the value of deeper digital insights

Internal leadership and advice

• Be seen as a visible, inspiring leader within Reset Tech 

• Advise senior leadership on political strategy

10+ years of experience in geopolitics and political strategy, with a particular understanding of European politics

Strong networks with political stakeholders - parties and leadership

Exceptional communication skills (ideally multilingual). Fluency in English is essential, plus at least one other language (ideally German, French or Spanish).

Experience overseeing and delivering high quality written products, informed by deep political analysis

Awareness of technical research tools such as Meltwater and Brandwatch and ability to quickly learn more about digital infrastructures

Experience leading a small, remote team - bringing them with you and inspiring high quality work

Comfortable working in a fast moving environment with high levels of ambiguity

Calculated approach to risk, understanding the risks associated with the nature of this work

Commitment to democratic values and processes