We specialise inAnalysing the interaction between:

International political systems
Defence and security dynamics
Regulatory and governance frameworks
Global economic and policy environments
Our approach integrates rigorous research methodologies with practical advisory applications, ensuring that our outputs are both analytically robust and operationally relevant.

Value Proposition

We combine advanced academic research with applied advisory to provide:

  • Geopolitical intelligence and risk assessment
  • Defence and security analysis
  • ESG and regulatory risk insights
  • Strategic policy advisory

Our work enables organisations to anticipate global developments, manage risk, and make informed strategic decisions.

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Geopolitical Risk & Intelligence

Structured analysis of political, economic, and security risks affecting international operations.
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Defence & Security Analysis

Specialist research on defence policy, military strategy, and global security trends.
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ESG & Regulatory Intelligence

Integrated analysis of governance, sustainability, and regulatory frameworks.
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Strategic Policy Advisory

Actionable insights to support decision-making in complex international environments.

We ProvidesBest Services

Berkeley McRock Shepherd Ltd is a UK-based research and advisory organisation specialising in geopolitical risk, defence analysis, and international relations.

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Implications for Organisations

We provide structured geopolitical analysis to assess risks affecting regions, industries, and organisations.

Capabilities:

Country risk assessments
Country risk analysis
Political stability and governance analysis
Conflict and security monitoring
Strategic risk reporting

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Regional Security Analysis

We support organisations in understanding geopolitical and regulatory factors influencing markets and operations.

Capabilities:

Market entry risk analysis
Trade and sanctions impact
Political-economic environment assessment
Strategic business risk advisory

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ESG, Legal & Regulatory Risk Analysis

We deliver integrated analysis of governance, regulatory, and legal frameworks shaping global environments.

Capabilities:

ESG risk and governance assessment
Regulatory and policy analysis
International law and sanctions frameworks (analytical)
Compliance and policy impact assessment

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Defence & Security Analysis

Our research examines global defence developments and security trends.

Capabilities:

Defence policy analysis
Military strategy assessment
Regional security dynamics
Strategic threat evaluation

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Global Security Environment

We produce independent research reports addressing key global issues in:

Capabilities:

Defence and security
International relations
Policy and governance
Geopolitical risk

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About Berkeley McRock Shepherd Ltd

Berkeley McRock Shepherd Ltd is a UK-based research and advisory organisation focused on geopolitical analysis, defence studies, and international relations. Our organisation is built on a foundation of academic expertise and applied research, enabling us to deliver structured, data-informed insights into global political, security, and regulatory developments.

Mission

To deliver high-quality research and strategic insight on global political, security, and regulatory developments.

Vision

To establish a recognised UK-based centre for geopolitical intelligence and policy advisory.

Research & Publications

Our research outputs provide structured, evidence-based analysis of global developments in defence, security, and international relations. We focus on producing analytical reports that support strategic decision-making and policy understanding.

Key Research Areas:

Global security and conflict dynamics
Defence policy and military strategy
Regional geopolitical risk assessments
ESG and governance developments
International diplomacy and regulatory frameworks

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Example Publications:

Global Defence Policy: Strategic Outlook
Geopolitical Risk Assessment: Middle East & North Africa
Security Dynamics in Eastern Europe
ESG, Governance and Political Risk
Global Trends

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Careers

Geopolitical Risk Analyst (Defence & International Relations)

Berkeley McRock Shepherd Ltd recruits highly skilled professionals with expertise in geopolitical analysis, defence studies, and international relations.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly qualified analyst to support research and advisory activities across geopolitical risk, defence policy, and international relations.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct advanced research on global political and security developments
Produce structured analytical reports and policy briefs
Monitor geopolitical and defence-related risk indicators
Contribute to advisory projects and strategic analysis

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Requirements:

PhD (or equivalent) in Defence Studies, Political Science, or International Relations
Strong analytical and research capabilities
Expertise in global security, policy, and geopolitical analysis
Specialist academic expertise and advanced analytical capability.

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Berkeley McRock Shepherd Ltd is a UK-based research and advisory organisation specialising in geopolitical risk, defence analysis, and international relations.

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Berkeley McRock Shepherd Ltd is a UK-based research and advisory organisation specialising in geopolitical risk, defence analysis, and international relations.