Intelligence Director

Warner Scott Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investigations firm is seeking a Director of Intelligence in London to lead intelligence operations. This senior, client-facing role involves advising on complex matters and developing new client relationships. The ideal candidate has a background in government intelligence or national security and experience in client advisory, focusing on revenue growth. Strong understanding of geopolitical risks and investigative methodologies is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in government intelligence or national security agency.
• Strong understanding of geopolitical risk and corporate intelligence.
• Proven track record in client advisory and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead intelligence-led engagements across various advisory areas.
• Originate new client relationships and contribute to revenue growth.
• Act as a trusted adviser in time-critical situations.

Skills

Client advisory

Business development

Geopolitical risk analysis

Job description

Job Description

Director of Intelligence – London

A global investigations firm is hiring a Director of Intelligence to lead and grow its London-based intelligence capability.

This is a senior, client-facing role with full responsibility for both origination and delivery. You will advise boards, investors and senior counsel on complex, high-risk matters across jurisdictions.

The role

• Lead intelligence-led engagements across strategy advisory, risk, disputes and investigations
• Originate and convert new client relationships; contribute materially to revenue growth
• Act as a trusted adviser to senior clients in sensitive and time-critical situations
• Oversee project execution, quality and team performance
• Work closely with investigations, legal and advisory colleagues globally

Candidate profile

• Prior experience within a government intelligence or national security agency, followed by a move into the corporate, advisory or professional services environment
• Strong understanding of geopolitical risk, corporate intelligence and investigative methodologies
• Proven track record in client advisory, ideally including business development or revenue ownership

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