Alaco is seeking an experienced candidate to join our team of investigative researchers as a Senior Analyst. Professional working proficiency in a second language is a strong advantage, particularly German, Russian, Mandarin or Portuguese, although candidates with other relevant languages will be considered.
The Role
As a Senior Analyst your responsibilities will include:
• Performing extensive desktop-based open source research, in relevant languages, and utilising a wide range of specialist subscription databases and analytical tools, working independently and providing guidance/advice to less experienced colleagues
• Working flexibly across different practice areas, including due diligence, litigation support and investigations
• Preparing comprehensive and high quality written reports in English, presented clearly and accurately with minimal input/editing required from senior managers
• Tasking our human source network to obtain relevant external intelligence, as well as proactively identifying new sources where relevant
• Briefing and presenting findings for internal purposes and to external clients, attending corporate events and networking to assist with business development
• Ensuring the delivery of projects on scope and within deadline, with minimal supervision.
This is a full-time position with excellent benefits, including a discretionary annual bonus, pension scheme, support for continuing education and 25 days holiday per year. The role will be based at Alaco’s London office and the company has a hybrid working policy.
Required Qualifications, Experience and Skills
Senior Analysts will have two to three years’ full-time post-graduate experience in business intelligence and investigations, whether integrity due diligence, disputes support and asset tracing, or other relevant investigative experience. Applicants with a professional background in a relevant related field, such as law, journalism or other research role, will also be considered.
To succeed in the Senior Analyst role, candidates will need the following:
• A high standard of written English and the ability to present information in an accurate, logical and concise manner, on paper and in discussion;
• Proven experience of using open source information, publicly available corporate records and proprietary databases;
• Attention to detail and a high level of inquisitiveness;
• The ability to work on complex multi-jurisdictional investigations;
• An understanding of financial crime, corruption, regulatory, ESG and legal risk;
• The ability to multitask and be highly adaptable to the changing demands of a brief;
• Good lateral thinking and problem-solving skills;
• The ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure, and the ability to balance several projects in parallel;
• Linguistic capability is a strong advantage; we are currently prioritising candidates with professional working proficiency in German, Russian and Portuguese, although any second language is likely of benefit;
• A working knowledge of financial, commercial and legal concepts;
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
The Application Process
To apply for this position, please send a CV, together with covering letter, to careers@alaco.com. The interview process will take place online. Alaco is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people from all backgrounds. Please note that we can only consider candidates with the right to work in the UK for this role.
