As an Associate, you will support the overall research and due diligence within our Compliance Practice, by gathering information to help Kroll’s clients onboard and manage the risks associated with new clients and third parties, ensure we offer the right level of screening and due diligence solutions based on the risks inherent in the opportunity. The role can be either be based out of Kuala Lumpur or Penang

At Kroll, your work will help deliver clarity to our clients’ most complex governance, risk and transparency challenges. Apply now to join One team, One Kroll.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Have an analytical mind and enthusiasm for research and investigation?

Come join our thriving global team and work with Fortune 500 clients in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment!

We are committed to the continuous professional support and development of our people; hone your skills and master new ones with the support of a world-class in-house training program. Become a regional specialist, learn to lead, deepen your linguistic abilities, build technical expertise--the opportunities are endless.

The right candidate will have outstanding English reading and writing skills, meticulous attention to detail, a sense of curiosity, the ability and enthusiasm to learn quickly, and a dedication to client satisfaction. Fluency in other languages is a plus.

• Conduct increasingly complex English-language research using public record databases, commercial and proprietary databases, media sources and the Internet
• Analyze and synthesize relevant research findings
• Write well-structured, concise, logical and objective reports to provide clients with an accurate assessment of the findings
• Manage multiple assignments from start to finish in a fast-paced environment

REQUIREMENTS:

• Native or equivalent English language proficiency in reading comprehension
• Extremely strong reading and writing skills in English and Chinese and preferably Malay / Indonesian, ability to quickly and effectively summaries information from multiple sources into a concise analytical assessment
• Ability to conduct online research using various primary and secondary sources
• Ability to quickly and effectively summarize information from multiple sources into concise analytical assessments
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Ability to understand, accept and apply constructive feedback
• Responsible for managing and prioritizing several projects or assignments simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Undergraduate or graduate degrees, especially in the social sciences, are preferred but not required
• Organizational and time management competencies
• Attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Interest and understanding of current events, international affairs, financial regulations, and economics and/or finance
• 1-2 years of professional experience (including internships)
• Proficiency in other Asian languages such as Thai/Vietnamese/Japanese/Korean/ Indonesian is an advantage but not a pre-requisite

In order to be considered for a position at Kroll, you must formally apply via careers.Kroll.jobs

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