ph3Role Purpose /h3 pThe 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. /p pAs 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. /p pYour main task will be to review, coordinate and report the findings of OSINT and HUMINT 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 can maintain a positive attitude under pressure. You will be required to make sense of complex information and have a clear and crisp writing style. /p h3What you’ll do: /h3 ul liWork on a range of due diligence assignments, which include corporate compliance/ABAC/ESG and financial crime/IPO/KYC projects /li liConduct media and database research using complex search criteria and following a strict methodology /li liLiaise with in-country source networks to obtain relevant compliance‑related information not available via OSINT sources. /li liAnalyse search results within the context of the project and the country,



/li liDistil conclusions and identify indirect connections from research findings /li liRate findings based on standard or tailored risk assessment methodologies /li liSummarise all relevant findings in a report /li liWhen required, brief and present findings to internal colleagues /li liCollaborate with team members across the firm to deliver joint projects /li /ul h3Essential /h3 ul liKnowledge of research techniques, databases, networks, online registers and archives, and research in the general internet /li liKnowledge of the business, political, and social context of a geographical area /li libNative or equivalent fluency in English and Arabic /b /li liExcellence in research and writing in English and clear communication style /li liCommunicate complex topics verbally and in writing effectively /li liAbility to summarise large amounts of information in a clear and concise manner /li liAbility to manage and prioritise multiple tasks to tight deadlines /li liCuriosity,



attention to detail and problem‑solving skills /li liAbility to work independently and in a team /li liEducation to degree level /li /ul h3Preferred /h3 ul liDemonstrated professional experience /li liFluency in an additional language /li /ul ul liControl Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer. /li liWe operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance. /li liControl 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 versátil and remote working. /li liWorking 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. /li liThe 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 /li /ul pControl 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 /p pIf 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. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Researcher (fluent Arabic) (Madrid)
🏢 Control Risks
📍 Madrid