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Sayari

Sayari

51-200 employees

Provides supply chain risk intelligence solutions

Consulting
Enterprise Software
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$18 - $22Hourly

Washington, DC, USA

Category
Lab & Research
Interdisciplinary Research
Life Sciences
Required Skills
Communications
Journalism
Political Science
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program focusing on International Relations/Security, Geopolitical Risk, Political Science, Journalism, or related fields of study
  • 1+ year of experience in investigations or open-source research for commercial, academic, or similar purposes (internship & academic experience included)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interest in learning new tools
  • Experience with public records and commercial intelligence tools
  • Experience with international affairs-relevant research
  • Ability to multitask, solve problems creatively, and triage competing priorities
  • Familiarity with spreadsheet tools such as Excel and Google Sheets
Responsibilities
  • Keep abreast of international affairs topics and identify pertinent data sources to enhance our data repository
  • Conduct thorough research across corporate registries, data aggregators, and trusted sources such as annual reports, regulatory filings, and online databases
  • Complete the data extraction, curation, and maintenance of existing and new datasets by extracting structured data from reports and regulations, conducting entity disambiguation, and performing data labeling
  • Continuously monitoring and updating existing datasets
  • Write well-structured and concise reports to assist a team of Analysts with data research tasks

Sayari provides intelligence on counterparty and supply chain risks, helping businesses and analysts make informed decisions. The platform integrates trade data from 65 countries with global corporate ownership data, allowing clients to identify various risks such as regulatory and reputational risks. Operating on a subscription-based model, Sayari offers features like batch supplier screening and detailed reporting. The company's goal is to ensure transparency and mitigate risks in global commerce by providing a complete view of supply chains and corporate relationships.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$335.1M

Headquarters

Washington, District of Columbia

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

57%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

57%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The $235 million strategic investment from TPG provides substantial capital for organic growth and M&A opportunities, indicating strong financial backing and growth potential.
  • Sayari's platform is trusted by high-profile clients, including U.S. and European regulators, law enforcement, and over 100 of the world's largest companies, showcasing its reliability and market penetration.
  • The addition of experienced leaders like Steve Nguyen to accelerate U.S. government business suggests a focused strategy to expand in lucrative sectors.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in supply chain risk intelligence is intensifying, requiring Sayari to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Dependence on subscription-based revenue means that any downturn in client renewals could impact financial stability.

What makes Sayari unique

  • Sayari's integration of trade data from 65 countries with global corporate ownership data offers unparalleled visibility into cross-border networks, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The company's focus on counterparty and supply chain risk intelligence specifically addresses regulatory, reputational, and business continuity risks, unlike broader risk management platforms.
  • Partnerships with firms like GAN Integrity and significant investments from TPG highlight Sayari's commitment to combating corruption and modern slavery, enhancing its credibility and market position.