Researcher - Nigeria and West Africa at Control Risks

Department: Compliance, Forensics and Intelligence (CFI)
Manager: Associate Director, Nigeria

Job Purpose

• To conduct desktop research in order to gather, analyse and present publicly-available information in Nigeria and West Africa in support of business intelligence projects which are focused on identifying issues related to integrity, anti-corruption and good corporate governance.
• As a researcher in our team, you will work with colleagues who are self-driven, passionate about African business and politics and who are curious and informed about the governance challenges faced by businesses in West Africa.
• Our consultants have a background in law, business consulting, business administration, finance, journalism, among others. The diversity of our consultants makes our strength: we welcome candidates who can demonstrate a high level of maturity and professionalism.

Tasks and Responsibilities
With guidance from senior team members, the Researcher will be responsible for the following:

Investigative case work:

• Conduct thorough online and database research on third parties using complex search criteria
• Analyse research results within the context of the project and suggest additional avenues of research
• Summarise research findings into draft reports for consultants on larger projects
• Draft reports for external clients on research-only projects
• Support consultants in more complex or multi-jurisdictional tasks
• Undertake case-related administrative tasks including liaison with subcontractors, invoice approval and provide support to the case manager in proposal and report writing.

Business and practice development:

• Carry out background research to support client development
• Prepare focused briefings for client initiatives
• Contribute to marketing and profile raising events
• Seek opportunities to be involved in product development with seniors.

Level and Qualifications

• Education to degree level
• 2-3 years’ demonstrated professional experience
• Right to work in Nigeria
• Fluency in French, Spanish or Portuguese beneficial
• Experience of operating within a commercial environment.

Skills Set:

• Excellent verbal and written English
• Ability to summarise large amounts of information in a concise manner and communicate effectively for colleagues and clients
• Excellent computer skills
• Interest in key issues and business trends in the region

Competencies
Solutions Focused:

• Takes the initiative to proactively resolve issues within own remit and recognise when requires escalation.

Client Centric:

• Uses own knowledge and experience to make sounds judgements or assist others with sound judgement.

One Firm:

• Understands how and where own activities and projects contribute to the financial success of organisation; understands and acts upon the financial factors that influence the business.

Behaviours:

• All employees are expected to display behaviours reflective of our company values: Integrity and Ethics, Collaboration and Teamwork, Commitment to People and Professionalism and Excellence.