Lead Research Analyst (Vietnamese Language) | George Town, MY

London Stock Exchange Group; George Town; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial markets infrastructure provider is seeking a Lead Research Analyst to join their team in George Town, Malaysia. This role involves researching and analyzing risks in due diligence activities, requiring strong language skills in English and Vietnamese. The ideal candidate will hold a degree and have experience in compliance or risk management. Join a diverse and innovative organization committed to sustainability and economic growth.

Benefits

Healthcare

Retirement plans

Paid volunteering days

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Good command of English and Vietnamese; additional Southeast Asian languages are a plus.
• Experience in compliance, due diligence, or third-party risk management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct media and Internet searches on companies and individuals.
• Investigate official sources for information on companies and individuals.
• Analyze collected information for reputational and financial risks.

Skills

Research skills

Critical thinking

Written communication

Editing and proofreading

Teamwork

Education

College/university degree

Tools

Online search tools

Job description

Lead Research Analyst (Vietnamese Language)

Lead Research Analyst (Vietnamese Language)

London Stock Exchange Group George Town, Malaysia

Our Team

The LSEG Risk Intelligence Due Diligence team employs more than 470 people around the world in centers in Malaysia, India, China, Costa Rica, Jordan, and Poland. We provide our customers with research and business insights that enable them to handle reputational and legal risks to make conscious business decisions. Our clients look to us to provide comprehensive third-party risk management solutions and robust technology to support their business needs. We offer a full range of services including advisory, due diligence, and compliance technology. For more information, please visit Due Diligence services | LSEG

Summary

We are looking for a Lead Research Analyst to research and analyse risk in due diligence activities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct media and Internet searches on companies and individuals in English and Vietnamese languages.
2. Investigate official sources (registrars, regulators, courts, etc.) for information on companies and individuals.
3. Work with external vendors (verification of provided information, compiling reports).
4. Analyze collected information for reputational, financial, and integrity risks (sanctions, corruption, bribery, money laundering, terrorism financing, regulatory violations, etc.).
5. Prepare comprehensive reports in English and/or Vietnamese, adhering to our Research Methodology and Style Guide, meeting client-specific requirements, and delivered on time.
6. Collaborate with report/case team members, external vendors, and case managers to ensure report quality and timeliness.

Qualifications/Skills

• Holds a college/university degree.
• Good command of English and Vietnamese; research conducted daily in these languages.
• Additional Southeast Asian languages such as Bahasa Malaysia, Thai, etc., are an advantage.
• Experience in compliance, due diligence, AML/KYC, or third-party risk management.
• Excellent written and critical thinking skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong research skills, including online search tools for corporate registries, litigation, bankruptcy, ESG, government filings, media sources.
• Strong editing and proofreading skills; prior research/editorial experience is a plus.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Able to meet strict deadlines and manage multiple projects.
• Team-oriented, proactive, and takes ownership of tasks.
• Knowledge and curiosity about current international news and affairs.

Does this sound exciting to you? If so, apply today!

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies, and enabling sustainable growth.

Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence, and Change underpin our purpose and guide our actions daily.

Working with us means being part of a diverse, collaborative, and innovative organization committed to sustainability and economic growth.

LSEG offers tailored benefits, including healthcare, retirement plans, paid volunteering days, and wellbeing initiatives.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to nondiscrimination and accommodating individual needs.

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