Research Analyst (Chinese)

The Search Group (Global) Limited; Penang; Remote; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Risk and Research consultancy firm is seeking a motivated Research Analyst to conduct research and produce high-quality reports in both English and Chinese. You will engage with global teams, oversee other analysts, and ensure timely delivery of reports. The ideal candidate has a tertiary degree and at least 2-3 years of experience in due diligence or report generation, with strong research and management skills. This position is remote and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of due diligence or report generation experience.
• Ability to oversee and support other research analysts.
• Excellent understanding of compliance and risk areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research using web-based media databases.
• Produce high quality reports in English and Chinese.
• Engage with the Research team seeking updates and feedback.

Skills

Research skills

Leadership and management skills

Client focused approach

Knowledge of Office products

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in Chinese

Education

Tertiary level degree in Law or related fields

Tools

Office products

Job description

Job Summary

The Search Group is a Risk and Research consultancy firm with a global footprint, and an enhanced presence in both Europe and East Asia. Our global clients rely upon us for due diligence, business intelligence, and specialist research products. We are also available to assist clients develop their ethics and governance programs - covering regulatory and financial crime compliance, ESG and business conduct. TSG is growing quickly hence is looking for motivated and committed people to join our local and global teams across all areas.

Role and Responsibilities

Conduct research on internet or web-based media databases.

• Produce high quality reports involving research and Analysis in different languages. For this position it is required that the candidate has proficiency in any of the following languages: English and Chinese.
• Conduct first level quality control through peer review
• Carry out watchlist database screening on the subjects of the Due Diligence checks
• Provide input on the report writing process to help improve the quality and efficiency of the Research team
• Engage with the Research team in other offices, seeking feedback, obtaining updates, managing delivery expectation on the quality of reports
• Remain knowledgeable of regional and industry trends
• Partner with other teams to ensure the integrity of key products
• Demonstrate a hands-on approach to work and willing to participate in ad-hoc projects on short notice

Qualifications, Skills & Education Requirements

• Tertiary level degree ideally in Law, Political Science, International Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics
• Minimum 2-3 years of due diligence, professional services engagements or in similar report generation
• Ability to oversee and support other research analysts and monitor work of less experienced colleagues
• Leadership and management skills to oversee and manage projects effectively
• Excellent Research skills across all media; significant understanding of risk areas and compliance related items and the ability to explain these to other research analysts
• Ability to handle ad hoc research into new areas and bespoke research
• Knowledge of the following Systems/IT: Office products, internet searches, social media
• Timeliness: deliver reports on time and consistently
• Dedication and commitment to continual learning
• Client focused approach
• Highest levels of integrity and displays this regularly

Please submit your CV or Resume in English. This is a remote WFH position.