International Affairs and Policy Consultant

BPOINT is a specialist consultancy that helps to create secure, compliant and resilient organizations in an age of ever-changing risk. Working across disciplines, technologies and geographies, we design strategies based on the specific needs of our clients’ business models, industries, and global conditions. We thrive in the ever changing landscapes of business, politics, and causes and benefit from the many opportunities to improve professionally. BPOINT is seeking experienced professionals to join our creative team. As part of the international affairs and policy team, you’ll assist our clients with issues on geostrategic developments and trends that affect the flows of goods, services, and investments. This role requires a deep understanding of the APAC’s political landscape and an ability to connect disparate issues into a cohesive strategy. The International Affairs and Policy Consultant role is characterized by its multifaceted and dynamic nature, requiring a proactive and dedicated approach.

Responsibilities

• Track and analyze major threat trends for the client, such as Global Sanctions/ Regulatory Environments / and Geo-Political Issues
• Conducts program-related research and writing
• Advising on current political and policy trends across the APAC, including potential business implications
• Build and maintain relationships with key international stakeholders and governmental organizations.

Qualifications

• Degree in a field such as International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Finance, Trade, Business, International Development, or Public Policy.
• Bachelor’s degree (four years of relevant experience may substitute in lieu of a degree) and three (3) years or more experience; Masters and two (2) years or more experience.
• Experience working in international relations, international conflict resolution, congressional relations or equivalent preferred. (Experience working on the Hill or with Congressional Staff is preferred.)

Requirements

• Extensive experience and understanding of Asia Pacific political environment
• Highly motivated individual with ability to self-task and develop own research.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
• Prior experience in policy development and/or implementation a bonus.

We know we are at our best when we bring together diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise for our clients. Our success depends on making sure that all people, in whatever they do, can contribute fully and that the environment we create is one people want to join and feel proud to be a part of. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.