Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Control Risks
Job overview
The Risk Investigations Specialist at Control Risks supports a major tech client by mitigating offline risks such as organized crime and human trafficking using data analytics and investigative skills.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves monitoring offline risk factors, analyzing data and intelligence to identify abuse, collaborating with product and engineering teams to implement safety strategies, leading complex investigations, developing investigative frameworks, and enhancing automated monitoring systems.
Compensation and benefits
Control Risks offers a competitive compensation and benefits package with a discretionary bonus scheme based on performance and supports hybrid work arrangements with flexible and remote options.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have at least 5 years of investigative experience, proficiency in SQL, data analysis skills, and experience in trust & safety or risk management; knowledge of criminal tech applications and language skills in French, Mandarin, or Spanish are a plus.
Work environment and culture
Control Risks values diversity and inclusion, supports flexible and hybrid work environments, and emphasizes collaboration and communication across global teams.
Company information
Control Risks is a global risk consultancy specializing in political, security, and integrity risks, committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.
Team overview
The specialist will join the Embedded Consulting team working with a major tech client and collaborating with trust product and engineering teams across locations.
Job location and travel
Hybrid work arrangement with emphasis on in-person collaboration at the office and client sites, supporting flexible and remote work.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines investigative expertise with data analytics to address offline safety risks and involves collaboration on global initiatives and development of enforcement policies.
Company overview
Control Risks is a global risk consultancy specializing in helping organizations manage political, security, and integrity risks. They generate revenue through advisory services, crisis management, and risk mitigation strategies tailored to client needs. Founded in 1975, the company has a rich history of supporting businesses in volatile environments, offering expertise in areas such as geopolitical analysis, cybersecurity, and compliance. Their multidisciplinary approach and global presence make them a trusted partner for navigating complex challenges.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your investigative experience, especially related to offline risks such as human trafficking and organized crime, highlighting your ability to analyze large datasets and extract actionable insights.
Showcase your proficiency in SQL and data analysis tools, as well as your experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including trust product and engineering, to demonstrate your fit for Control Risks' Embedded Consulting team.
Apply through multiple platforms including Control Risks' official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you don't miss any opportunity.
Connect with current employees in the Embedded Consulting or Trust & Safety divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent Control Risks initiatives related to offline risk mitigation or asking about emerging trends in risk investigations.
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