*job title:* research specialist - compliance due diligence
about the role:
the primary objective of this position is to conduct thorough research and due diligence on clients' actual or potential counterparties, identifying any issues that could pose a reputational or other risk. This involves media research, working with databases, primary documents, and other sources to uncover reputational and criminal issues, as well as making sense of complex corporate structures and identifying possible political and sanctions exposure.
in this challenging role, you will be required to review, coordinate, and report the findings of osint and humint research concisely within short timeframes. A meticulous eye for detail is essential in maintaining high standards of quality. The ideal candidate will be a team player who can maintain a positive attitude under pressure, possessing excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
this is a hybrid role requiring 2-3 days in the office. You will work on a range of due diligence assignments, including corporate compliance, abac, esg, financial crime, ipo, kyc projects. Your responsibilities will include conducting media and database research using complex search criteria and following a strict methodology, liaising with in-country source networks to obtain relevant compliance-related information not available via osint sources, analysing search results within the context of the project and the country, distilling conclusions and identifying indirect connections from research findings, rating findings based on standard or tailored risk assessment methodologies, summarising all relevant findings in a report, briefing and presenting findings to internal colleagues when required, collaborating with team members across the firm to deliver joint projects.
essential skills and qualifications:
to be successful in this role, you will need to possess:
* knowledge of research techniques, databases, networks, online registers, and archives, and research in the general internet.
* knowledge of the business, political, and social context of a geographical area.
* native or equivalent fluency in english and french.
* excellence in research and writing in english and clear communication style.
* ability to communicate complex topics verbally and in writing effectively.
* ability to summarise large amounts of information in a clear and concise manner.
* ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks to tight deadlines.
* curiosity, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
* ability to work independently and in a team.
* education to degree level.
benefits:
we offer a competitively positioned compensation package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer. We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance. Control risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together, in the office and with our clients, while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
equal opportunities employer:
we are an equal opportunities employer, encouraging suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. We are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.