Researcher

Role Background

The Mintz Group is seeking inquisitive, detail-oriented and highly motivated investigators for its office in Mumbai. As an investigator, you will be responsible for conducting in-depth research on companies and individuals across the world to help clients uncover legal, regulatory and reputational risks. You will join a team of bright, curious and collaborative investigators who speak more than 30 languages in our offices across the world. 

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence research on people and companies around the world to assist clients in hiring and investment decisions;
• Dig into public records and data repositories, from complex litigation records and SEC filings to corporate records and regulatory actions;
• Analyze and distill findings into comprehensive written reports for clients;
• Brief case managers and partners on findings in a clear and professional manner;
• Conduct other types of investigations, such as research to support litigators and compliance professionals.

Required Skills

• Undergraduate degree in relevant fields such as journalism, political science, international relations, criminal justice and forensic science from an accredited university; advanced degree a plus;
• Ability to analyze, summarize and communicate large amounts of complex information in a concise and compelling manner;
• Strong and creative research skills;
• Strong writing skills and superior attention to detail;
• Ability to juggle casework and meet strict, often overlapping, deadlines;
• Sophisticated knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Word and Excel);
• English fluency and strong writing skills in English mandatory.

Desired Skills

• 0 - 3 years prior work / internship experience in research, journalism, law or finance;
• Working proficiency in another language;
• Experience with public records databases – for example, Westlaw, Nexis or Accurint – and open source research.

Interview Process:

• Round 1 – Personal/Virtual Interview with HR Head
• Round 2 – Written Test
• Round 3 – Final Interview with Director & Managing Director