Associate, Research

We are searching for talented research professionals who know this industry and are passionate about research. We are also pleased to be expanding the geographic reach of our team by seeking professionals based across Canada who are interested in working in a fully remote capacity.

Our Associate Researchers focuses on compiling research for a variety of clients using a wide range of research tools to gather risk and compliance intelligence on individuals and companies. The research is then analyzed and developed into a narrative report, which is used by clients to understand the general background of the subject, assess the subject's legitimacy and reputation, and inform strategic decision-making.

Our Associate, Researchers are creative and inquisitive. They seek to provide thorough and accurate information to the client in every report they complete. Researchers work both independently and collaboratively on research and reports for a variety of domestic and international clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Extensive primary and secondary research using a variety of open-source and public records web-based tools.
• Identification of pertinent information and development of useful insights into the subject.
• Write clear, concise and thorough reports for clients.
• Learn to own cases from start to finish with review of cases by senior researchers.
• Assist with research, writing, and editing of large and complex cases.
• Utilize best practices in research methodology to effectively complete reports for various different clients and of various different scopes.
• Commitment to integrity and thoroughness of research.

Knowledge & Skills

• Previous experience conducting due diligence, risk, or compliance research.
• Familiarity with public-records research and an understanding of due diligence research methodology.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Rigorous attention to detail.
• Superior comprehension and analytical abilities.
• Excellent logical deductive skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced and self-driven environment.
• Ability to manage and prioritize several projects and assignments simultaneously.
• Organizational and time management competency required.
• Ability to mentor others.
• Understanding of current events, international affairs, financial regulations, economics and/or finance.

Professional Experience Required

• Associate's degree
• 0-3 years of due diligence research and review experience
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in dynamic, high-pressure, and deadline-driven environments.
• Solution-oriented professional focused on achieving optimal outcomes for clients, the business, and the team.
• Professional fluency/proficiency in a foreign language with an emphasis on Kurdish Sorani.

We're an amazing place to work. Why?

• Discretionary Time Off for all employees, with no maximum limits on time off
• Industry leading health, vision, and dental benefits
• Competitive compensation package
• 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Flexible, hybrid approach to working from home and in the office where applicable
• Focus on wellness and employee health through stipends and dedicated wellness programming
• Purposeful career development programs with reimbursement provided for educational certifications

Exiger is revolutionizing the way corporations, government agencies and banks manage risk and compliance with a combination of technology-enabled and SaaS solutions. In recognition of the growing volume and complexity of data and regulation, Exiger is committed to creating a more sustainable risk and compliance environment through its holistic and innovative approach to problem solving. Exiger's mission to make the world a safer place to do business drives its award-winning AI technology platform, DDIQ, built to anticipate the market's most pressing needs related to evolving ESG, cyber, financial crime, third-party and supply chain risk. Exiger has won 30+ AI, RegTech and Supply Chain partner awards.

Exiger's core values are courage, excellence, expertise, innovation, integrity, teamwork and trust.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

Exiger's hybrid work policy is periodically reviewed and adjusted to align with evolving business needs.