Associate Director (Strategic Intelligence)

TL;DR

Associate Director (Strategic Intelligence): Leading high-stakes engagements to advise business leaders and investors on commercial risks and M&A with an accent on strategic intelligence and regulatory mapping. Focus on leveraging global networks to conduct investigative research and delivering precise, high-impact advice to senior clients.

Location: London-based (Hybrid). Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance provided.

Company

hirify.global’s Strategic Intelligence practice advises business leaders and investors on significant transactions, M&A, regulatory and policy matters, and senior appointments.

What you will do

• Run the firm's most demanding engagements, including commercial risk assessments for multi-billion-pound transactions.
• Map political dynamics and legislative trends to determine potential outcomes for clients.
• Build comprehensive profiles of senior executives through network-based intelligence.
• Cultivate and leverage a global community of contacts to obtain unique perspectives and access.
• Deliver precise written findings and lead calls with senior corporate and investment clients.
• Manage and develop junior colleagues, ensuring the high quality of project execution.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in law, finance, consulting, corporate strategy, strategic intelligence, or government.
• Must be based in or be able to relocate to London, UK.
• Strong investigative instinct, curiosity, and an entrepreneurial approach to finding information.
• High emotional intelligence and sound commercial judgment.
• Exceptional communication skills; must be articulate, precise, and confident.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Flexible working model with a balance of home and office.
• Private medical insurance and life insurance.
• 25 days of annual holiday plus public holidays.
• Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance provided.