S-RM RECRUITMENT:
DUE DILIGENCE AND INVESTIGATIONS ANALYST SINGAPORE
WHO ARE WE
S-RM is a global intelligence and cyber security consultancy. Since 2005, we've helped companies, governments and private individuals solve some of their most complex challenges.
Our Corporate Intelligence division uses the latest research and intelligence-gathering techniques to investigate how companies and individuals really do business in today's world. We work with some of the most prominent and sophisticated organisations to help them understand partners, customers, assets and territories across the globe - the healthcare company a private equity firm wants to invest in; the prospective client a bank wants to onboard; the market a multinational wants to enter. We also provide specialised investigative support to law firms, businesses and individuals in contentious situations such as litigation, commercial disputes and internal investigations.
From our offices in London, New York, Washington DC, Rio de Janeiro, Hong Kong, Singapore and Cape Town, we deliver critical insights from every country across the world. Further information about each of our five Corporate Intelligence practice areas can be found on our website:
Compliance Due Diligence,
Deal Advisory,
Disputes & Investigations,
ESG and
Strategic Intelligence.
THE ROLE
At S-RM no day is the same, and there are incredible opportunities to learn. We're proud to say our investigative training is amongst the best in the industry. You'll have some of the brightest colleagues to support you - former journalists, economists, lawyers, scientists, military and police officers. Collectively, our people speak more than 40 languages.
We are looking for someone who is adaptable, can be part of a team and wants to grow with the business. This position will be part of a small, focussed team working primarily in the APAC region. As part of this role you'll be responsible for:
- Researching and writing English-language compliance and intelligence reports on companies and individuals for due diligence and investigatory purposes;
- Providing subject matter expertise on the political, regulatory and corporate risk environments in major economies in the APAC region, with a focus on China, Vietnam, and Indonesia;
- Conducting research in either Chinese, Vietnamese or Indonesian; and
- Presenting to managers and clients.
The role will be based in our
Singapore office. We have flexible working arrangements available but we expect you to be based in the city.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We think candidates with the following skills and experience are likely to succeed as a Due Diligence Analyst at S-RM.
That said, if you don't think you meet all of the criteria below but are still interested in the job, please apply.
Nobody checks every boxwe're looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas, and have some interest and capabilities in others.
We're looking for someone that is able to adapt to change and work comfortably in a fast-paced environment, this person will have some or all of these skills:
- Excellent research and investigative skills;
- Fluency in English;
- Professional working proficiency (i.e. ability to read and research) in one of the following additional languages: Chinese, Vietnamese, or Indonesian
- As a minimum, a bachelor's degree. Relevant degrees may include but are not limited to: economics, international relations, law, finance, political science, or similar; or equivalent work experience.
- Experience working in the corporate intelligence, due diligence, or investigations sector is highly desirable.
Successful candidates are also likely to show the following personal attributes:
- A curious mindset and an enthusiasm for research and investigations;
- A clear interest in regional business and political affairs;
- An ability to thrive under pressure and work to tight deadlines;
- Excellent attention to detail; and
- A proactive mindset and a willingness to work outside the job specification when required.
The successful candidate must have permission to work in Singapore by the start of their employment.
OUR BENEFITS
We offer thoughtful rewards and support to help our people achieve a great balance in their professional and personal lives, including:
- Holiday 20 days per year increasing to 25 days (+1 day for every year you worked at S-RM, up to a maximum of 5 days) in addition to bank holidays;
- Life Insurance at 4x annual salary;
- CPF (Central Provident Fund) starting from 17% employer and 20% employee. Options can be discussed one-to-one;
Parental Support:
- Maternity leave- 26 weeks of full pay followed by 13 weeks of half pay;
- Paternity leave- 6 weeks of full pay;
- Fertility treatment leave 5 days of leave per cycle of treatment per year.
Various Health and Medical Benefits:
- Private medical healthcare with Great Eastern including clinical, hospital and dental cover. Offered to you, your partner, and children;
- EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) for employee and immediate family, including counselling sessions;
- Seasonal flu vaccinations;
- Eye tests and glasses reimbursement up to certain cost on an annual basis;
- Free access to the world-famous mindfulness app Headspace.
the application process
To apply for this role, please submit an up-to-date CV and a cover letter tailored to this job description, outlining why you think you are a great fit for the Analyst role and S-RM directly through this LinkedIn ad.
- A preliminary call which will be a chance for you to find out more about S-RM and the role.
- A research and writing task to do in your own time. This will assess your analytical and writing skills and give you a better sense of the work we do.
- First Interview a remotely run skills focussed interview.
- Second interview - a remotely run skills focussed interview.
S-RM nurtures a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion and we are dedicated to developing a workforce that displays a variety of talents, experiences and perspectives. 
