Associate, Investigations Diligence and Compliance - Core

Kroll; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Kroll's Global Investigations, Diligence and Compliance Core team as an Associate. This role spans multiple offices including Hong Kong, Malaysia and Beijing, focusing on risk-based research for anti-bribery, anti-corruption and regulatory mandates.

You will conduct in-depth online research, assess information, and produce concise English-language reports for Fortune 500 clients. The ideal candidate has strong English-language skills, linguistic versatility, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Native or equivalent English language proficiency in reading comprehension.
• Excellent reading and writing skills in English and Chinese, Malay/Indonesian a plus.
• Ability to conduct online research using varied primary and secondary sources.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback and deliver accurate analyses.

Responsibilities

• Conduct English- and foreign-language research using public and proprietary databases.
• Analyze and synthesize research findings into clear assessments.
• Write well-structured, concise reports in English for clients.
• Manage multiple assignments from start to finish with attention to detail.
• Collaborate with a global team to deliver timely client insights.
• Develop regional expertise and improve linguistic and technical skills.
• Support client requests and maintain high levels of confidentiality.

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.

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