Due Diligence Specialist

Summary of Role & Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex open source and human intelligence-led investigative assignments (including pre-transactional integrity due diligence checks and other bespoke investigations); 
• Write concise and cogent reports that weave in research findings with an in-depth contextualized analysis of key issues and other pertinent findings; 
• Deliver written and verbal briefings to senior management and clients on research findings; 
• Prepare proposals for new business; 
• Support the development of our human source network in regions of expertise; and 
• Once comfortable with our house style and research methodologies, assist in training new team members and proofreading reports.

Key Requirements, Skills Knowledge & Expertise

• Fluency reading and writing English in a commercial context and at least one modern language;
• 1-6 years’ full-time post-graduate work experience in the corporate intelligence industry and/or another relevant investigative background; 
• Experience using open source research tools such as LexisNexis and Factiva, as well as regional and language-specific databases and media sources; 
• Ability to plan and manage multifaceted research projects from the proposal stage to delivering our work to the client; 
• A working knowledge of financial, commercial and legal concepts; 
• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited university;
• Professional proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite. 

• A keen interest in international affairs and business, including in a particular region of expertise; Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; 
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; 
• A proactive, 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;
• Respond well to development feedback.

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 Anthesis can have
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and projects on a global basis
• Competitive salary in line with education, experience and skills
• An opportunity to participate in the Anthesis Employee Participation Plan (EPP), an industry-pioneering employee incentive plan that allows all employees to be rewarded for the growth in the equity value of Anthesis. 
• Cooperative, supportive and open working atmosphere.