Job at Control Risk for a Researcher - Nigeria and West Africa
Control Risks is an independent, specialist risk consultancy providing
solutions for businesses to manage political, security and integrity
risks, enabling them to operate successfully in challenging
environments. We are looking for motivated and highly skilled people to
join our business
intelligence team in West Africa, based in our Lagos,
Nigeria office.
Employer vision We provide real benefit to many of the world’s leading
organisations. In doing so we give our people direct responsibility,
career development and the opportunity to work on some fascinating
projects in a rewarding, diverse and enjoyable environment.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Researcher - Nigeria and West Africa
Location: Lagos
Department: Compliance, Forensics and Intelligence (CFI)
Manager: Associate Director, Nigeria
Job Purpose
- 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.
- You will support the team by managing desktop research on
subjects 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.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Our researchers are detail-oriented and curious, and demonstrate rigour
and creativity in equal measure, With guidance from your line manager
and project managers, the Researcher will be responsible for the
following:
Investigative case work:
- Conduct thorough database research using complex search criteria
- Analyse research results within the context of the project and suggest additional avenues of research
- Draft reports for external clients on research-only projects
- Undertake case-related administrative tasks including liaison
with subcontractors, invoice approval and provide support to the case
manager in proposal and report writing.
- Summarise research findings into draft reports for consultants on larger and multi-jurisdictional projects
Business and practice development:
- Carry out background research to support client development
- Seek opportunities to be improving our approach to delivery of
solutions including through the application of new technology and
identification of new desktop information sources.
- Prepare focused briefings for client initiatives
- Contribute to marketing and profile raising events
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
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a covering letter and CV's to:
[email protected]
Application Deadline 31st August 2016.