Associate, Investigations, Diligence and Compliance – Core

Kroll Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroll Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. seeks an Associate for Investigations, Diligence and Compliance – Core to support research and due diligence for client onboarding and risk management. The role can be based in Kuala Lumpur or Penang, offering exposure to a global team and Fortune 500 clients.

You will gather information from public and proprietary databases, synthesize findings, and deliver clear, objective reports while collaborating with colleagues on a dynamic compliance practice.

Qualifications

• Native or equivalent English reading comprehension.
• Strong reading and writing in English and Chinese; Malay/Indonesian a plus.
• Ability to conduct online research from multiple sources.
• Ability to summarize information into concise analytical assessments.
• Work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Accept constructive feedback and adapt quickly.
• Manage several projects simultaneously with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Have an analytical mind and enthusiasm for research and investigation.
• Support Fortune 500 clients in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Participate in in-house training and professional development.
• Develop into a regional specialist, learn to lead, and deepen linguistic skills.
• Conduct English-language research using public records, databases, media, and the Internet.
• Analyze and synthesize research findings.
• Write well-structured, concise, objective client reports.
• Manage multiple assignments from start to finish in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Research & investigation

Analytical mind

English & Chinese proficiency

Summarization

Independent/work self-motivated

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate degree (social sciences preferred)

Job description

Associate, Investigations, Diligence and Compliance – Core

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. The role can be either be based out of Kuala Lumpur or Penang

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


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


• 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

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/ Indonesian is an advantage but not a pre-requisite

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

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