Associate, Investigations Diligence and Compliance - Core

Kroll; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroll in Kuala Lumpur invites an Associate, Investigations Diligence and Compliance - Core to join our Compliance Risk and Diligence practice. You will support research and due diligence to onboard clients and assess third-party risks using public records, media sources and proprietary databases.

The role emphasizes strong English and Chinese reading/writing, analytical reporting, and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment within a global team.

Qualifications

• Native or equivalent English language proficiency in reading comprehension.
• Extremely strong reading and writing skills in English and Chinese.
• Ability to summarize information from multiple sources into concise analytical assessments.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct increasingly complex English-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.
• Manage multiple assignments from start to finish in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research ability

English writing

Chinese language

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in social sciences

Tools

Public records databases

Online research tools

Job description

Associate, Investigations Diligence and Compliance - Core

Compliance Risk and Diligence

Compliance Risk and Diligence | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | 21014794

Associate, Investigations Diligence and Compliance - Core ( Chinese Language)

In a world of disruption and increasingly complex business challenges, our professionals bring truth into focus with the Kroll Lens. Our sharp analytical skills, paired with the latest technology, allow us to give our clients clarity—not just answers—in all areas of business. We value the diverse backgrounds and perspectives that enable us to think globally. As part of One team, One Kroll, you’ll contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment that empowers you to excel.

Through a combination of in-depth subject matter expertise, global research capabilities and flexible technology tools, 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 management platform; leadership/executive vetting; sanctions screening and monitoring; country/industry risk; and bespoke inquiries.

As an Associate, you will support the overall research and due diligence within our Compliance Practice, by gathering information to help Kroll’s clients onboard and manage the risks associated with new clients and third parties, ensure we offer the right level of screening and due diligence solutions based on the risks inherent in the opportunity.

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

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Have an analytical mind and enthusiasm 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 support and 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.

The right candidate will have outstanding English reading and writing skills, meticulous attention to detail, a sense of curiosity, the ability and enthusiasm to learn quickly, and a dedication to client satisfaction. Fluency in other languages is a plus.

• Conduct increasingly complex English-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
• Manage multiple assignments from start to finish in a fast-paced environment

REQUIREMENTS:

• Native or equivalent English language proficiency in reading comprehension
• Ability to conduct online research using various primary and secondary sources
• Ability to quickly and effectively summarize information from multiple sources into concise analytical assessments
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Ability to understand, accept and apply constructive feedback
• Responsible for managing and prioritizing several projects or assignments simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines

Extremely strong reading and writing skills in English and Chinese, ability to quickly and effectively summaries information from multiple sources into a concise analytical assessment

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Undergraduate or graduate degrees, especially in the social sciences, are preferred but not required
• Organizational and time management competencies
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Interest and understanding of current events, international affairs, financial regulations, and economics and/or finance
• 1-2 years of professional experience (including internships)
• Proficiency in other Asian languages such as Thai/Vietnamese/Japanese/Korean/Bahasa Indonesia is an advantage but not a pre-requisite

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