Associate, Investigations Diligence & Compliance (Specialist)

Summary: Kroll is a global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions, seeking motivated individuals to join their Investigations, Diligence and Compliance Specialist team. As an Associate, you will conduct research and analysis, manage resources, and prepare conclusions for clients, focusing on compliance consulting and risk-based approaches. Responsibilities: - Conduct research of companies, individuals and events, by using a wide array of sources: public databases, commercial and proprietary databases, and the internet with an initial focus on due diligence - Identify and interview human sources to develop intelligence to supplement research - Plan research time and tasks to meet objectives set by the project manager - Master U.S. public records databases by developing an understanding of the strengths, appropriate uses and limitations of research tools and methods - Identify patterns and abnormalities and interpret their meaning within a context - Organize findings methodically to facilitate analysis and reporting - Verify and corroborate pertinent and noteworthy findings - Identify gaps and follow leads within parameters of objectives, timeframe, and budget - Once trained, utilize the OSINT techniques above to conduct cryptocurrency investigations using best-in-class databases, tools and techniques, including but not limited to on the blockchain research - Present accurate, relevant, and robust findings to clients Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree Required, advanced degree preferred - Major GPA of 3.5 - Extremely strong research and analytical skills with a demonstrated track record - Writing skills, including ability to quickly and effectively summarize information from multiple sources into concise analytical assessments - Ability to prioritize several projects and assignments on multiple topics while meeting tight deadlines - Curiosity and desire to learn new skills Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in business, law, investigations, business intelligence, investigative journalism, finance or due diligence is a plus but not required - Experience in cryptocurrency investigations preferred, not required - General knowledge of cryptocurrencies, blockchain platforms and crypto culture a plus - Experience in data analysis with Excel and/or data visualization tools preferred - Knowledge of coding (Python, SQL) and utilization of APIs for data mining also a plus but not required Required Skills: Research skills, Analytical skills, Writing skills Important Skills: Cryptocurrency investigations, Data analysis Nice-to-Have Skills: Curiosity, Attention to detail, Time management Benefits: Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans., Time Off and Leave Policies: Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, generous parental and family leave., Protective Insurances: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and accident protection., Compensation and Rewards: Competitive salary structures, performance-based incentives, and merit-based compensation reviews., Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with company matching.