Due Diligence Researcher

Red Snapper Recruitment LTD; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Snapper Recruitment are seeking 5 Due Diligence Researchers to conduct extensive database and open-source research to assess individuals and companies for our clients.

The roles are based in Twickenham with training of 3 months, after which one day of working from home is possible. Contracts run 3–6 months with potential permanency.

Qualifications

• Turkish, Arabic or Mandarin language proficiency.
• Excellent attention-to-detail with a methodical approach to sources.
• Strong essay and report-writing skills; ability to structure information.
• Naturally inquisitive with initiative to establish facts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct global research to verify information and identify further relevant information.
• Carry out open-source research using internal data sources to support the investigative process.
• Liaise with in-country teams to identify relevant information and ensure all source information is captured.
• Ensure information obtained is collated with supporting documents for assessment and review.
• Identify red flags and pursue further lines of enquiry to capture all relevant information.
• Contextualise environmental factors affecting suitability of the subject under review.
• Interpret and analyse information from databases and third-party sources to draw inferences.
• Present findings clearly in a report format and highlight information needing further action.
• Independently manage workloads to meet client deadlines with effective communication between teams.

Skills

Turkish

Arabic

Mandarin

Attention to detail

Report writing

Curiosity

Job description

Red Snapper Recruitment are recruiting for 5 Due Diligence Researchers. You will 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.

You will also ensure all information received is researched, evaluated, analysed, developed and recorded appropriately.

We are not looking for a specific language; however, fluency in Mandarin, or Arabic would be desirable.

Location:

Twickenham (office based, after training of 3 months, 1 day working from home).

Contract:

3-6 month contract (potential permanency after this.)

Salary:

£19.24 PAYE (equivalent to £35,020 per annum)

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

Person Specification

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

Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful.

Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.