Associate, Compliance Risk and Diligence

New York, New York
Kroll

Kroll, a division of Duff & Phelps and part of the Governance, Risk, Investigations and Disputes business unit, is the leading global provider of risk solutions. For more than 45 years, Kroll has helped clients make confident risk management decisions about people, assets, operations and security through a wide range of investigations, cyber security, due diligence and compliance, physical and operational security, and data and information management services.

Through a combination of in-depth subject matter expertise, global research capabilities and flexible technology tools, the Compliance Risk and Diligence practice of Kroll helps clients take a risk-based approach toward meeting obligations or remediating failures regarding anti-bribery, anti-corruption and related regulatory mandates. These include pre-transactional intelligence; vendor, supplier and distributor due diligence; vendor management platform; leadership/executive vetting; sanctions screening and monitoring; country/industry risk; and bespoke inquiries.

Have an analytical mind and a passion 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 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 to learn quickly, and a dedication to client satisfaction. Fluency in other languages is a plus.

At Duff & Phelps, your work will help protect, restore and maximize value for our clients. Join us and together we’ll maximize the value of your career.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a Full time remote position.

• 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 English-language writing skills
• 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
• Undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited university majoring in: International Relations/Affairs, Regional Studies, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Law or other related areas of study
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to accept and apply constructive feedback
• Ability to manage and prioritize several projects or assignments simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines

PREFERRED SKILLS

• 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
• Basic knowledge of litigation, regulatory, sanctions and corporate organization/structure terminology and concepts is highly preferred
• 1-2 years of professional experience (including internships)

In order to be considered for a position at Duff & Phelps, you must formally apply via careers.duffandphelps.jobs

Duff & Phelps is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We will not discriminate between applications for reason of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age or disability.