Screening Researcher, Third-Party Due Diligence

Control Risks; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global risk consultancy in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Screening Researcher responsible for delivering the VANTAGE Screening product line. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in Arabic and a keen interest in database screening and AML/KYC issues. This role emphasizes attention to detail and independent work within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitively positioned compensation

Discretionary global bonus scheme

Hybrid working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Access to diversity and inclusion resource groups

Qualifications

• Must have a strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Interest in sanctions monitoring and unwrapping opaque ownership structures.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new information processing.

Responsibilities

• Complete Screening workload across different jurisdictions on time.
• Monitor client agreements and assist with screening-related questions.
• Capture client requirements for product enhancements.

Skills

Writing and reading proficiency in Arabic

Excellent attention to detail

Interest in database screening

AML/KYC issues

Ability to summarise information

Education

Background in International Relations or regulatory compliance

Job description

The Screening Researcher role is responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the VANTAGE Screening product line to multiple clients. This is a research-focused role requiring excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Delivery

• Complete Screening workload as required across different jurisdictions on time and at expected quality.
• Monitor client agreements to ensure work is completed according to scope.
• Assist non-dedicated analysts on the Delivery team with screening-related questions.

Operations & Product

• Capture client requirements and feedback for consideration in product enhancements / roadmap.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in the screening processes / tools.

Essential

• Writing and reading proficiency in Arabic
• Excellent attention to detail
• Interest in database screening, AML/KYC issues
• Sanctions monitoring, unwrapping opaque ownership structures and eagerness to learn
• Ability to summarise, process and communicate information clearly for clients and internal teams

Desired

• Background in International Relations or regulatory compliance

Benefits

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
• We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
• Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
• Working with our clients, from day one our people are given direct responsibility, career development and the opportunity to work collaboratively on fascinating projects in a rewarding and inclusive global environment.
• The Company is committed to further its diversity, inclusion and equity agenda and as an employee you have access to various business resource groups in the Company including the Company's LGBT+ network called MOSAIC, the Women's Network, and Synergy - a people network to celebrate and promote ethnic diversity at Control Risks

Control Risks is committed to a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made in order to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.