Investigator, Research

1 week ago


Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Xpera Risk Mitigation and Investigation LP Full time

Company:
Xpera Risk Mitigation and Investigation LP

Investigator, Research & Analytics - Full Time (Kitchener, Ontario, Canada)


Reporting to the Investigations Manager, the Investigator, Research & Analytics will conduct a wide variety of detailed, quality, and timely research and investigative assignments.

This position will work within the Open-Source Intelligence team and collaborate with team members daily.

Along with possessing an investigative mindset, advanced report writing, and research skills, a strong command of grammar and the English language are essential to success in this role.

This role is available for remote work

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct detailed, indepth background and asset investigations on individuals and corporate entities in response to client requests through the use of Internet research and databases
  • Conduct intellectual property investigations via online research and site attendances
  • Locate individuals throughout Canada through the use of database and Internet searches as well as inquiries
  • Assist with confirming focal points and identifiers, in an effort to maximize surveillance resources
  • Comfortably navigate through popular social networking sites, locating, analyzing and documenting relevant material found
  • Document files accurately with file activity and all information gathered
  • Ensure all client protocols and guidelines are followed
  • Report your findings to our clients in accordance with Xpera standards and practices
  • Provide support to the Surveillance and Risk Management Divisions with open source research as needed
  • Remain current on industry standards, new and emergent sites and participate in staff meetings and trainings for information sharing purposes
  • Attend court or legal proceedings as required
  • Other related duties, as required
  • Education:
  • Post-secondary degree, preferably in a related social science field such as criminology, forensic crime and intelligence analysis, journalism, sociology, psychology, etc. or equivalent combination of post-secondary diploma and relevant experience
  • Completion of 'Using the Internet as an Investigative Research Tool' training through Toddington International, or willingness to complete within two months
  • A strong command of the English language (written and oral) is essential to success in this role
  • Professional/Technical Certification or Licenses:
  • Holds a valid Private Investigator Security License within the applicable province of employment
  • Reliable vehicle currently licensed for business/commercial purposes and a clean driving record
  • Job Knowledge or Work Experience:
  • Minimum 2 years research and/or investigative working experience
  • Ability to work autonomously
  • Prior experience working in a client focused environment
  • Understanding of threat risk assessments and analytics
  • Knowledge of all levels of the Canadian court system, insurance law and privacy legislation an asset
  • Proficiency working with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Advanced report writing and research abilities
  • SCM Insurance Services (SCM) and its affiliated companies will not accept unsolicited resume submittals from third

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