Careers

The Asia House Business and Policy team has a number of contract and freelance opportunities available to support the running of our world-class events programme.

We are looking for applicants with a range of skills, from administrative and event production to business development and stakeholder management.  Successful applicants must be proactive, well-organised, flexible and excellent team players. They may be asked to complete a range of tasks, from contacting potential speakers and greeting senior officials to basic research and other functions required to produce high-quality business events.   Excellent written and verbal Communication skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of Word, Excel and databases are also essential.

We are also open to graduates who are looking to start their career in a hands-on role in a dynamic, fast-paced organisation.

Please send your cv to recruitment@asiahouse.co.uk and we will get in touch if we have a suitable opportunity.

Asia House is seeking a Consultant to join its research and advisory practice. Asia House is a centre of expertise on trade, investment and public policy. We drive political, economic and commercial engagement between Asia and Europe. The Research and Advisory practice is a new pillar of Asia House which aims to provide bespoke services to help organisations understand new operating environments and develop solutions to business-critical challenges. Our research and advisory offering includes:

• Policy research, market exploration and political intelligence
• Strategic advisory on engagement and finding practical solutions to business-critical challenges
• Government relations and stakeholder engagement programmes
• Public affairs, media relations, and communication support
• Seamless alignment with Asia House’s events and publications offering

Responsibilities

Asia House is seeking a candidate for a consultant role to support the Head of Research and Advisory and Director of Corporate Affairs in developing the business and servicing clients.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertake research projects for clients including political and business intelligence, in coordination with the Asia House team and network
• Deliver advice to clients in written and verbal form and establish Asia Houses as a trusted advisor
• Create thought leadership pieces on political and economic trends and issues
• Draft client services proposals based on discussion with prospective clients, developing tailored packages to meet corporate and organisational needs
• Develop long-term institutional relationships with major multinational companies and encourage their engagement with the Asia House Business & Policy Programme
• Develop Asia House’s broader network through building relationships with institutions, diplomatic missions and government departments
• Qualifications and experience

Successful candidates should have:

• At least five years’ working experience
• Experience in a consulting role e.g. agency experience
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate analysis into advice
• Flawless writing in English and verbal communications skills
• Fluency in international politics and a solid grasp of global economic trends
• Background in political science, law, history, economics, journalism, or another relevant subject
• Experience working abroad or in an international role preferred but not required
• Knowledge of foreign languages beneficial

Applicants should send an application including a CV to: recruitment@asiahouse.co.uk