Research Analyst - Mandarin

Blue Umbrella Limited; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading due diligence firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Junior Analyst to support research efforts for various projects. The role requires conducting baseline research and preparing detailed summary reports, with a focus on high-quality output. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and proficiency in an additional language, along with strong analytical and communication skills. This position emphasizes collaboration and adherence to compliance standards.

Qualifications

• MUST have bachelor's degree.
• Proficiency in another language besides English (CEFR C1 and C2 Preferred).
• Strong oral communication skills and ability to produce narrative and written summaries.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel & Word.

Responsibilities

• Conduct the baseline research and prepare summary reports.
• Collect, analyze, and evaluate research information.
• Perform qualitative background research.
• Identify relevant risks and discrepancies.
• Meet production and quality standards.

Skills

Proficiency in another language besides English

Strong oral communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Junior Analyst at Blue Umbrella is part of the core foundation of the Due Diligence team whose role is to conduct the baseline research and to prepare summary reports for cases and projects that the company agrees to take on. It is the responsibility of a Junior Analyst to ensure that research work is conducted and completed at a high level of quality and in a timely manner, while working within a tight-knit team framework that could be intra or inter team.

Responsibilities:

Conduct the baseline research and to prepare summary reports for cases and projects to support customer needs.

Collect, analyze and evaluate research information using a variety of media, litigation, government databases, (listed) company public records, Internet, and proprietary databases of major newspapers and relevant media outlets.

Perform qualitative background research on the requested companies / individuals and their related associates in accordance with relevant SOPs.

Identify relevant risks (including PEP, sanctions and adverse media), discrepancies and any information of the clients’ interest.

Meet the customer specific requirements of all research and report writing.

Meet production and quality standards for completing assignments.

Work and contribute to a team-oriented and collaborative environment.

Adhere to and comply with all applicable, federal and state laws, regulations and guidance, including those related to anti-bribery, as well as adhering to company policies and procedures and client requirements.

Job Requirements:

MUST have bachelor's degree.

Proficiency in another language besides English (CEFR C1 and C2 Preferred). Non-English languages depend on region but often include (Chinese).

Strong oral communication skills and ability to produce narrative and written summaries clearly synthesizing recommendations and conclusions.

Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel & Microsoft Word, with ability to learn new technologies quickly.

Ability to multi-task, work independently and as part of a team, establishing cooperative and collaborative working relationships.

Preferred qualifications:

o Highly collaborative, able to express ideas readily, manage change fluidly, able to influence and

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