Investigative Research Analyst

About the role

• This is an independent contractor opportunity, open to qualified candidates globally. Approved analysts join the Alias analyst marketplace, where they can view and accept assignments that match their expertise, language skills, and availability. Compensation is paid on a per-assignment basis. As a due diligence firm, we hold ourselves to the same standards we deliver. Approved analysts are subject to background verification before joining the marketplace.

What you'll do

• Researching subjects in public records databases, court systems, corporate registries, and open-source resources across multiple jurisdictions
• Identifying risk indicators, discrepancies, patterns, and investigative leads
• Meeting quality standards and turnaround times on each assignment
• Communicating with the Alias team over chat, video, and shared documents

Qualifications

• Prior experience in due diligence, enhanced due diligence (EDD), AML/KYC investigations, or corporate intelligence
• Excellent written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and sound investigative judgment
• Hands-on experience with public records and open source research
• Ability to handle several assignments at once in a deadline-driven environment while staying accurate
• Comfort working remotely and collaborating virtually
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and investigative curiosity

Preferred:

• Bilingual or multilingual (please list your languages and proficiency levels)
• Knowledge of due diligence databases such as LexisNexis, CLEAR, TLO, and OpenCorporates
• Bachelor's degree (Criminal Justice, International Relations, Political Science, Journalism, Business, or a related field preferred)