Research Associate (Chinese or Dual Linguists)

PwC UK; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Private medical cover

Volunteer days

Job summary

PwC UK’s Corporate Intelligence team within Cyber & Forensics conducts investigative research to assess risks in third parties, acquisitions, and partnerships. The role emphasizes strong research, an investigative mindset, and clear communication, with some administrative duties and potential client-site travel.

The position requires dual language proficiency in two of Portuguese, Polish, Arabic, Italian, German, French or Spanish, plus a degree or demonstrable experience.

Qualifications

• Degree, postgraduate qualification or relevant demonstrable experience required.
• Native or fluent in written form in at least two of: Portuguese, Polish, Arabic, Italian, German, French or Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Research of public domain information in one or more languages, including corporate registers and open-source material.
• Management and tasking of third parties for human source enquiries.
• Report drafting and ad hoc administrative tasks.
• Provide business development support to CI management.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree

Job description

About The Role

The Corporate Intelligence (CI) team, part of the Cyber & Forensics business unit, delivers investigative research to help clients assess risks linked to third parties, acquisitions, partnerships, and other business relationships. Using public records and discreet source enquiries, the team provides insight to support strategic decision-making. The role suits individuals with strong research skills, an investigative and sceptical mindset, and excellent communication abilities. It is primarily research-focused, though it also includes administrative responsibilities. Some travel may be required for client-site work. Overall, it offers graduates and professionals the chance to contribute to complex, high-impact projects for a global client base. A degree, postgraduate qualification or relevant demonstrable experience is required.

We currently require a dual linguist who can conduct research in at least two of the following languages (Portuguese, Polish, Arabic, Italian, German, French or Spanish).

What Your Days Will Look Like

• Research of public domain information in one or more languages including research of corporate registers, media databases, litigation records and other open-source material
• Management and tasking of third parties making human source enquiries
• Report drafting and various ad hoc administrative tasks as required
• Providing business development support to the CI management team

This Role Is For You

• Native speaking, or fluent in written, able to translate and conduct advanced research in at least two of the following languages (Portuguese, Polish, Arabic, Italian, German, French or Spanish)
• Excellent report writing skills with the ability to communicate findings clearly and effectively
• Strong analytical skills and confidence evaluating complex information to identify key issues and wider implications
• Meticulous attention to detail, balanced with the ability to step back and assess the bigger picture
• Innovative and eager to learn, with an interest in new technologies and creative client solutions
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships

What You’ll Receive From Us

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.

We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.