Associate (Investigative Interviewer)

Quinlan Partners; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401k retirement plan with employer matching

Flexible work arrangements

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A leading boutique investigations firm is seeking an Associate (Investigative Interviewer) to conduct investigative interviews for qualitative due diligence and business intelligence projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in related fields. The firm offers comprehensive health benefits, a competitive pay structure, and a flexible hybrid work arrangement. Join our team to contribute to significant investigative work globally.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in corporate investigations or investigative journalism.
• Experience in conducting interview-based projects.
• Comfortable working across various industries.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigative interviews for various assignments.
• Draft client-ready investigative reports.
• Assist in client management and development.

Skills

Investigative instinct and judgment

Interviewing skills

Writing skills

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields

Tools

MS Suite

Google Suite

Job description

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Are you a curious, resourceful researcher who loves asking questions and finding the answers to tough questions? Do you thrive on uncovering the truth? If so, let’s talk.

Quinlan Partners is a leading boutique investigations, due diligence, and business intelligence firm that is seeking an Associate (Investigative Interviewer) to join our team.

The Associate will focus on conducting investigative interviews for qualitative due diligence and business intelligence projects, as well as other investigative matters. They will join a team of seasoned corporate investigators, former investigative journalists and attorneys, and contribute to a rapidly growing firm – one that has garnered the loyalty and trust of clients at top global law firms, corporations, investment firms and NGOs around the world.

Full‑time employee as well as contract opportunities available (hybrid work arrangement).

What You Will Do

• Conduct investigative interviews with human sources and witnesses for purposes of quantitative and qualitative due diligence and business intelligence assignments, or gathering facts and evidence in connection with disputes.
• Draft and edit client‑ready investigative reports, and brief senior management and clients on findings from investigations.
• Work with the senior leadership team on drafting research proposals, brief clients, and assist in certain aspects of client management and development; adhere to corresponding budgets and timelines.
• Contribute to efforts to raise company profile by participating in networking events and conferences, as well as generate ideas and write thought leadership pieces for publication.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related field, or other majors with demonstrated strong writing skills.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in corporate investigations, investigative or business journalism, or related fields.
• Exceptional interviewing and/or on‑the‑ground investigative experience; outstanding investigative instinct and judgment; intellectual curiosity.
• Demonstrated track record of conducting interview‑based projects in investigative and market research context for private equity firms, hedge funds, and other institutional investors.
• Comfortable working on projects across industries, and will have an understanding of software and finance terminology.
• Experience executing deadline‑driven research projects within corresponding budgets.
• Advanced writing and editing skills, with superior attention to detail and willingness to provide feedback and guidance to others.
• Experience in successfully maintaining (and growing) client relationships is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in the MS Suite / Google Suite.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may apply directly through the LinkedIn "Apply" button, or through the Careers page on our website, https://quinlanpartners.com/contact/#careers. Applications must be submitted with a cover letter and an investigative and/or research‑driven writing sample.

What’s In It For You

In addition to working alongside some of the best and brightest talent in the industry, our team members enjoy comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, company paid life insurance and STD/LTD coverage, a best‑in‑class parental leave program, 401k retirement plan with employer matching contribution, a commuter benefits program, competitive paid time off, flexible work arrangements (hybrid), and opportunities for professional development and advancement. If you want to be part of a growing firm that is committed to providing excellent investigative work for our clients as well as a great place to work for our team members, we’d love to hear from you!

Compensation commensurate with experience.

Quinlan Partners is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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