Job description

The aim of compliance-driven due diligence is to assess our clients’ actual or potential counterparties, looking for any issues that might pose a reputational or other risk to them. As part of a dedicated team (VANTAGE), the compliance due diligence researcher role involves media research, working with databases, primary documents and other sources to uncover reputational and criminal issues and ultimate beneficial ownership, as well as making sense of complex corporate structures and identifying possible political and sanctions exposure. Your main task will be to report the findings of media research concisely within short timeframes. A meticulous eye for detail is a must in this challenging, fast-paced role. The right candidate will be a team player who has the ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure. You will be required to make sense of complex information, and have a clear and crisp writing style.

What you'll do:

Conduct media and database research using complex search criteria and following a strict methodology
Analyse search results within the context of the project and the country
Distil conclusions and identify indirect connections from research findings
Draft reports

Requirements

What you'll bring:

Experience and proficiency in various research techniques, databases, networks, online registers, and archives, as well as general internet research
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent education level
Fluency in both English and Polish language (mandatory)
Fluency in an additional European language (preferred)
Demonstrated expertise in researching and writing in English
Proven proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications or similar software
Keen attention to detail
Able to effectively manage and prioritise multiple tasks with tight deadlines
Capable of summarising vast amounts of information in a clear and concise manner
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for conveying complex topics

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.

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