Investigator, Research

6 days ago

Burnaby, Canada Xpera Risk Mitigation and Investigation LP Full time

Company:
Xpera Risk Mitigation and Investigation LP

Investigator, Research & Analytics - Part Time (Burnaby, BC)

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. In time, this role may be available for remote work

**Responsibilities**:

- Conduct detailed, in-depth background and asset investigations on individuals and corporate entities in response to client requests using Internet research and databases
- Conduct intellectual property investigations via online research and site attendances
- Locate individuals throughout Canada using database and Internet searches as well as inquiries
- Assist with confirming focal points and identifiers, 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. Considered an asset but not required.
- 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 License within the Province of Alberta
- Reliable vehicle currently licensed for business/commercial purposes

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

Compensation: $25 - $31 per hour

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