Due Diligence Researcher

Main Purpose

Conduct extensive database, and open-source research into individuals and companies to
provide our clients with an accurate assessment of the status, legitimacy, general
background, and overall reputation of the subjects and their business interests.

To ensure all information received is researched, evaluated, analysed, developed and
recorded appropriately.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct global research to verify available information and identify further
information relevant to the task

• Carry out effective open-source research whilst utilising internal data sources to
support the investigative process

• Liaise with internal in-country team to identify relevant information and ensure all
relevant source information is captured

• Ensure all information obtained is collated and summarised, with all supporting
documents recorded for assessment and review

• Identify red flags and ascertain further lines of enquiry to ensure all relevant
information is captured

• Contextualise environmental factors which may affect the suitability of the
individual or company under review

• Interpret and analyse information and intelligence gathered from numerous
databases and third-party sources to draw inferences via a thorough reasoned
process

• Present findings and key information in a report format, in a clear, logical manner,
and present the key threats where further information is required to potentially
resolve or escalate issues

• Independently manage workloads to achieve client deadlines. Ensure that workloads
are prioritised accordingly, and effective communication is in place between relevant
teams.

Requirements

Essential:
• Working language proficiency of Turkish, Arabic or Mandarin; or proven track record
of working effectively in a research and analysis sector.
• Excellent attention-to-detail, with a methodical approach when dealing with various
information sources.
• Strong essay and report-writing skills, with the ability to structure information in a
coherent format.
• A naturally questioning and curious mind, willing to use your initiative and go further
to establish the facts.

 

Desirable:
• An interest in international politics, finance, crime and security would be beneficial