Associate, Investigations Diligence and Compliance - Core

Kroll; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroll's Investigations, Diligence and Compliance Core team invites researchers to join a global, fast-paced practice and work with Fortune 500 clients. You will conduct extensive public-record and proprietary research, analyze findings, and craft clear, evidence-based reports in English.

This role rewards meticulous English reading/writing, curiosity, and the ability to learn quickly. Fluency in other languages is highly valued; regional opportunities span Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Beijing.

Qualifications

• Native or equivalent English language proficiency in reading.
• Strong English reading/writing and Chinese; Malay/Indonesian knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to conduct online research using various primary and secondary sources.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to accept and apply constructive feedback.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct increasingly complex English- and foreign-language research using public record databases, commercial and proprietary databases, media sources and the Internet.
• Analyze and synthesize relevant research findings.
• Write well-structured, concise, logical and objective reports to provide clients with an accurate assessment of the findings. Most reports are written in English.
• Manage multiple assignments from start to finish, conducting extensive Internet, database, and media research into companies and individuals to provide our clients with an accurate assessment of the status legitimacy, general background, and overall reputation of a subject company and its principals.

Skills

English proficiency

Bilingual English/Chinese

Malay/Indonesian language skills

Online research

Independent work

Time management

Feedback acceptance

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degrees, especially in the social sciences

Job description

Associate, Investigations, Diligence and Compliance (Core)

Malaysia, Hong Kong, Beijing

Join Kroll's Global Investigations, Diligence and Compliance Core team and gain hands-on experience in the dynamic field of compliance consulting. We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals to contribute as new joiners here at Kroll.

Through a combination of expertise, global research capabilities and flexible technology tools, the Investigations, Diligence and Compliance Core practice of Kroll helps clients take a risk-based approach toward meeting obligations or remediating failures regarding anti-bribery, anti-corruption and related regulatory mandates. These include pre-transactional intelligence; vendor, supplier and distributor due diligence; vendor screening and monitoring; country/industry risk; and bespoke inquiries.

At Kroll, your work will help deliver clarity to our clients' most complex governance, risk, and transparency challenges.

Responsibilities

Have an analytical mind and a passion for research and investigation? Come join our thriving global team and work with Fortune 500 clients in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment!

We are committed to the continuous professional development of our people; hone your skills and master new ones with the support of a world-class in-house training program. Become a regional specialist, learn to lead, deepen your linguistic abilities, build technical expertise—the opportunities are endless.

We currently have opportunities for researchers in multiple offices across the world. The right candidate will have outstanding English-language reading and writing skills, meticulous attention to detail, a sense of curiosity, the ability to learn quickly, and a dedication to client satisfaction. Fluency in other languages is highly desired.

• Conduct increasingly complex English- and foreign-language research using public record databases, commercial and proprietary databases, media sources and the Internet.
• Analyze and synthesize relevant research findings.
• Write well-structured, concise, logical and objective reports to provide clients with an accurate assessment of the findings. Most reports are written in English.
• Manage multiple assignments from start to finish, conducting extensive Internet, database, and media research into companies and individuals to provide our clients with an accurate assessment of the status legitimacy, general background, and overall reputation of a subject company and its principals.

Requirements

• Native or equivalent English language proficiency in reading comprehension
• Extremely strong reading and writing skills in English and Chinese and preferably Malay / Indonesian, ability to quickly and effectively summarize information from multiple sources into a concise analytical assessment;
• Ability to conduct online research using various primary and secondary sources;
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to accept and apply constructive feedback;
• Ability to manage and prioritize several projects or assignments simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Undergraduate or graduate degrees, especially in the social sciences, are preferred but not required;
• Organizational and time management competencies;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
• Intellectually curious and adept at navigating ambiguity;
• Interest and understanding of current events, international affairs, financial regulations, and economics and/or finance;
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of current events, international affairs, economics and social risk issues;
• Basic knowledge of litigation, regulatory, sanctions and corporate organization / structure terminology and concepts;
• Proficiency in other languages (such as French, German, Italian, Korean, Japanese, Thai, or Vietnamese) is an advantage but not required.

About Kroll

Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions-Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting-edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients' value? Your journey begins with Kroll.

Kroll is committed to equal opportunity and diversity, and recruits people based on merit.