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About the Role

As part of the VANTAGE team, this role involves conducting media research, utilizing databases, primary documents, and other sources to identify reputational and criminal issues, ultimate beneficial ownership, complex corporate structures, and potential political and sanctions exposure. The primary task is to review, coordinate, and concisely report findings from OSINT and HUMINT research within tight deadlines. This role requires a meticulous eye for detail, the ability to make sense of complex information, and a clear, crisp writing style, all while maintaining a positive attitude under pressure.

Responsibilities

Work on a range of due diligence assignments, including corporate compliance/ABAC/ESG and financial crime/IPO/KYC projects.
Conduct media and database research using complex search criteria and a strict methodology.
Liaise with in-country source networks to obtain compliance-related information not available via OSINT.
Analyze search results within the project and country context.
Distill conclusions and identify indirect connections from research findings.
Rate findings based on standard or tailored risk assessment methodologies.
Summarize all relevant findings in a report.
Brief and present findings to internal colleagues when required.
Collaborate with team members across the firm to deliver joint projects.

Requirements

Knowledge of research techniques, databases, networks, online registers, archives, and general internet research.
Knowledge of the business, political, and social context of a geographical area.
Native or equivalent fluency in English and Arabic and Kurdish.
Excellence in research and writing in English.
Clear communication style.
Ability to communicate complex topics verbally and in writing effectively.
Ability to summarize large amounts of information clearly and concisely.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks to tight deadlines.
Curiosity, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team.
Demonstrated professional experience.
Fluency in an additional language.

Skills

OSINT research
HUMINT research
Media research
Database research
Report writing
Complex information analysis
Clear and concise writing
Verbal communication
Written communication
Task management
Prioritization

Location

Remote
Hybrid

Work Type

Hybrid working arrangements
Flexible working
Remote working

Experience Level

Entry level
Mid level

Education Level

Degree level

Benefits

Competitively positioned compensation and benefits package
Discretionary global bonus scheme

About the Company

Control Risks operates a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivizes and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, emphasizing the value of in-person collaboration while supporting flexible and remote working.
Working with Control Risks clients, employees are given direct responsibility, career development, and the opportunity to work collaboratively on fascinating projects in a rewarding and inclusive global environment.
The Company is committed to furthering its diversity, inclusion, and equity agenda.
Employees have access to various business resource groups, including the LGBT+ network (MOSAIC), the Women's Network, and Synergy (a people network promoting ethnic diversity).

Equal Opportunity

Control Risks is committed to a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.
Reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate needs during the interview process.