Jensenhughes
Associate Investigative Analyst
Chicago, Illinois, United States. Posted 9 months ago
The role
The Associate Investigative Analyst will conduct research and analysis on due diligence and other investigations. The role involves verifying information, searching public records, and preparing documentation of findings.
What you will do
- Verify and fact check employment information, academic and professional licenses
- Compare self-reported information with other records
- Develop relationships with document retrieval companies
- Create and maintain detailed descriptions of investigative searches and methods
- Understand database coverage gaps
- Keep current on public records resources in the U.S.
- Search for, identify and review criminal records, civil lawsuits, press reports and public data
- Stay up to date on social media platforms and open-source investigation techniques
- Prepare well-written documentation of investigative findings
- Ensure work is completed on time and within budget
Required qualifications
- College coursework, Associate's degree or Higher and 0-2 years of relevant experience or four years of military service with analytical training
- Analyze and evaluate data and information, and summarize
- Ease with constructing complex search strings and use of Boolean operators for database research
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel
- Self-motivated, friendly and enthusiastic worker, who enjoys being part of a team
- Excellent organization and writing ability
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and deadlines
Nice to have
- Experience navigating investigative research methodologies, including the use of a wide array of online public records portals, use of on-site systems in municipal courthouses and agencies, and the us
- Familiarity with U.S. public records sources, courts, licensing, property records, corporate records and other similar records
- Foreign language skills
Benefits
- Retirement plan
- Healthcare coverage
- Broad range of other benefits
Before you apply
- Candidate will provide written assessment to demonstrate analytical and writing abilities
About the company
Jensen Hughes is a firm renowned for leadership in fire protection engineering, security, and risk-based fields. They collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges to protect lives, property, and reputations.