Investigative Due Diligence Analyst Languages: Arabic, German, Russian, Mandarin, or Portuguese strongly preferred
We are seeking intellectually curious and commercially aware graduates to join the investigative due diligence team of a leading advisory company.
This role involves researching and analysing reputational, regulatory, and integrity risks linked to individuals, companies, and transactions across global markets.
Suitable for early-career professionals with a qualitative research degree – in history, politics, languages or other similar fields – and be multilingual.
Responsibilities
Conduct open-source research and media analysis on companies and individuals across multiple jurisdictions
Identify and assess red flags including corruption, political exposure, sanctions, litigation, and reputational concerns
Draft clear and concise written reports for use in compliance, legal, and investment decision-making
Collaborate with senior researchers to address complex, multi-jurisdictional assignments
Develop regional or thematic expertise in areas such as offshore structuring, enforcement actions, or sector-specific risks
Support training, client delivery, and business development initiatives as experience grows
Required Skills and Experience
Master’s degree in history, politics, international relations, law, or languages
Fluency in written and spoken English in a professional context
Fluency in at least one additional language, preferably: Arabic, German, Russian, Mandarin, Turkish, Spanish, or Portuguese
Prior experience in a research or investigations context (academic, journalistic, commercial, or legal) is advantageous
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Strong attention to detail, time management, and written presentation
Suitable candidates are those who:
Demonstrate strong research and writing skills under time pressure
Have an interest in global affairs, political risk, and regulatory issues
Are confident handling sensitive or ambiguous information sources
Are comfortable working on multiple assignments simultaneously
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