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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, beneficial ownership, political exposure, and sanctions exposure. The primary task is to review, coordinate, and report findings from OSINT and HUMINT research within tight deadlines, requiring a meticulous eye for detail, clear writing, and the ability to synthesize complex information.

Responsibilities

Work on due diligence assignments including Citizenship By Investment (CBI), 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, Turkish, Russian, or a South East Asian language.
Excellence in research and writing in English with a 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

Media research
Database research
OSINT research
HUMINT research
Report writing
Verbal communication
Written communication
Information synthesis
Problem-solving
Team collaboration

Location

Remote
Hybrid

Work Type

Full-time
Hybrid

Experience Level

Entry level
Mid level

Education Level

Degree level

Benefits

Competitively positioned compensation and benefits package
Discretionary global bonus scheme
Access to various business resource groups including LGBT+ network (MOSAIC), Women's Network, and Synergy (ethnic diversity network)

About the Company

Control Risks operates a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements that emphasize the value of in-person time while supporting flexible and remote working.
Control Risks provides direct responsibility, career development, and the opportunity to work collaboratively on fascinating projects in a rewarding and inclusive global environment from day one.
The Company is committed to furthering its diversity, inclusion, and equity agenda.

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.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made in order to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.