Senior Analyst/Associate - Disputes (Arabic/Mandarin Speaking)

Overview

A leading consultancy is seeking an Arabic/Mandarin speaking Senior Analyst/Associate to join its London office.

The firm is looking for an Arabic and / or Mandarin speaking researcher to join the asset tracing and litigation support team in London. The firm works on complex cross-border disputes and investigative assignments for blue chip clients. You will be encouraged to become a subject matter expert and grow your own reputation in the field, focusing on disputes, asset tracing and recovery. You will also have the opportunity to support the wider team on a range of investigative matters.

You should have 1-4 years of full-time post-graduate experience in the investigative or corporate intelligence sectors, though applicants with a professional background in the law, investigative journalism, and due diligence sectors should also apply, provided they demonstrate a keen interest and knowledge of the practice area.

You should have proven experience working in a fast-paced research environment, excellent qualitative analytical skills, and a proven record of producing high quality research pieces for use in a commercial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct complex research assignments to identify and analyse information, and establish facts, sometimes working alone, sometimes supporting other team members;
• Write concise and cogent reports that weave in research findings with an in-depth contextualised analysis of the issues at hand;
• Effectively deliver written and verbal briefings on research findings to senior stakeholders at clients, as well as the wider team;
• Prepare proposals for new projects and assignments;
• Support the development of firm’s capabilities, research resources and human-intelligence network;
• Keep up to date with relevant business, legal and investigative developments;
• Once up to speed on house style and methods of research, associates and senior analysts will also be expected to assist in training new team members. As part of this, they would fact-check, edit and proofread reports and provide constructive feedback.

Skills, Knowledge & Experoience

• Fluency reading and writing English in a commercial context;
• Full professional proficiency in Arabic and / or Mandarin with demonstrable research experience in the relevant language;
• 1-4 years’ full-time post-graduate work experience working in the investigative / corporate intelligence or disputes industry;
• Proven experience conducting research using open-source information, social media, publicly available records and proprietary databases such as LexisNexis, Factiva, Sayari and similar, as well as regional and language-specific databases and media sources;
• Experience delivering research reports to agreed requirements and timelines;
• Excellent research skills, attention to detail, and an ability to summarise information from various sources under time pressure;
• Knowledge of key client groups and experience interacting with clients;
• A working knowledge of financial, commercial and legal concepts;
• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited university; and
• Professional proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite.

In addition to;

• A keen interest in disputes (litigation / arbitration), business and international affairs;
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
• A proactive, problem-solving and can-do mindset and willingness to work outside job specifications when required;
• An ability to thrive under pressure and work to tight deadlines;
• Maintain a high level of professionalism in all areas of work, and be flexible to occasionally work outside normal business hours; and
• Respond well to development feedback.

Company Benefits

• Work within a highly motivated team in an innovative and rapidly growing global company
• Opportunity to have a direct impact and be a key part of the growth and development of the business and the team
• Work solely on projects that have an impact on the sustainability and climate change goals/challenges for clients
• Opportunity to work with, collaborate with and learn from sustainability SME’s who are passionate about the work they do and the impact company can have
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and projects on a global basis
• Competitive salary in line with, experience and skills
• Competitive benefits including flexible working, 25 days holiday and two volunteering days off and the day off for your Birthday!
• An opportunity to participate in the firm’s Employee Participation Plan (EPP), an industry-pioneering employee incentive plan that allows all employees to be rewarded for the growth in the equity value.
• Cooperative, supportive and open working atmosphere.