Business Analyst

Job Description:

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world’s largest news-gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America’s largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron’s, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor’s Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

About the Role:

This role sits within Dow Jones Risk & Enterprise business, reporting to the Director of Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Proposition and is responsible for conducting qualitative and quantitative research on the Financial Crime Compliance industry. Candidates will have a robust understanding of global regulatory requirements surrounding AML and sanctions compliance for financial institutions. 

You will:

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on the global financial crime compliance landscape, including AML, sanctions, and adjacent regulatory developments, to identify trends, whitespace opportunities, and areas for proposition growth.
• Analyse market signals, industry developments, and customer needs to produce recommendations with tangible business outcomes, especially for Financial Institutions and other high-value target segments.
• Track and manage global enforcement actions and maintain accurate, current intelligence that can be used by stakeholders across product, marketing, and sales.
• Support both the FCC and TPR proposition teams by contributing research, analysis, business tracking, and special projects that advance strategic priorities.
• Help drive proposition planning and execution by maintaining reporting materials, updating team OKRs, and supporting regular business reviews and progress reporting.
• Partner closely with proposition leads on strategic initiatives, including market landscaping, growth analysis, customer segmentation, and go-to-market support.
• Build and maintain structured trackers, spreadsheets, and research assets that enable cross-functional teams to monitor market developments, priorities, and performance efficiently.
• Produce polished written outputs, presentations, and briefing materials that simplify complex technical topics for internal stakeholders.

 

You have:

• One to two years of experience in an analyst role at a financial institution.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong research and analytical capabilities, with the ability to assess both qualitative and quantitative information and extract clear implications for the business.
• A robust understanding of global AML and sanctions compliance requirements affecting financial institutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment.
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with an eagerness to support others, take ownership, and continue learning.
• Strong Excel and/or Google Sheets skills, with the ability to organise, maintain, and analyse complex datasets and trackers.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, including the ability to explain technical and regulatory topics in a clear, concise way for different audiences.
• An interest in white collar crime, regulatory change, and international affairs is a plus.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

• Paid Time Off

• Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive Insurance Plans

• Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources

• Education Benefits

• Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support

• Commuter Transit Program

• Subscription Discounts

• Employee Referral Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation

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Business Area:

Dow Jones - Risk

Job Category:

Data Analytics/Warehousing & Business Intelligence

Union Status:

Non-Union role