Senior Associate, Quality Control

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Associate, Quality Control to join our Vcheck Intelligence (VI) unit. VI is a team of multi-lingual investigators and analysts who conduct deep-dive investigative due diligence research utilizing public records and human source intelligence. This is a full-time review role focused on open-source report quality control. The successful candidate will help ensure the accuracy, thoroughness, and stylistic consistency of VI reports, serve as a research and writing resource for the team, and communicate performance feedback to senior management.

What you'll be doing

• Conduct thorough review of Level 1 and Premier reports to ensure compliance with internal quality standards and client expectations.
• Read reports for typos, formatting issues, organizational inconsistencies, and other editorial errors.
• Perform spot checks on reports, including litigation checks, media checks, professional history confirmation, education verification, licensing information, PEP/Sanctions hits, and regulatory issues.
• Provide clear, consistent, and professional written feedback on report write-ups to help researchers better meet client needs and expectations.
• Communicate directly with the research team to help address errors, discrepancies, or other issues identified during the review process.
• Answer researcher questions prior to the review stage to help resolve problems upstream.
• Assist new researchers with navigating VI work, including guidance on appropriate language, research methodology, and how to approach challenging research scenarios.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on industry best practices and standards.
• Provide feedback to managers on the performance and progress of direct reports.
• Complete scorecards for each reviewed subject, logging feedback and errors.

About you

Key requirements:

We're looking for someone who is passionate about joining a diverse team and is driven to achieve results through ownership, process optimization, and upstanding character. If this describes you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement listed.

• 3+ years of experience in open-source investigations in one or more of the following fields: pre-investment due diligence, third-party compliance, KYC, or risk advisory.
• At least one year of experience in a full-time content review or quality control capacity.
• Bachelor's or graduate degree in International Relations, Political Science, Regional Studies, Journalism, Criminal Justice, Law, Business, or a related field.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong familiarity with due diligence databases such as TLO, Westlaw, and Rzolut.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct media searches and quickly read and comprehend large volumes of media results.
• Experience reading and analyzing court documents, including complaints, settlement documents, and judgments.
• Excellent written communication and editing skills.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of simultaneously assigned reports with strong attention to detail and time management.
• A relevant professional certification such as CFE or CAMS is a plus.

Why us?

You will be joining a cutting-edge company, where you will tackle complex challenges and work with the very best in the industry. In addition, we offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Flexible vacation policy, encouraging you to take the time you need
• Quarterly team events to keep us connected in a hybrid environment 
• Play a vital role in shaping our company's future 
• A fun and collaborative work environment where you'll be supported by a team of dedicated and collaborative colleagues 

Please be aware that Vcheck uses AI-powered note-taking, interview recording, and transcription tools to ensure accuracy and efficiency during our talent acquisition processes. By participating in the application and interview stages, you acknowledge and consent to the use of these technologies.

Vcheck is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.

Vcheck expressly prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

No matter what background you bring with you, if you are committed to excellence and good at what you do, we welcome you to apply to join us and encourage you to come as you are.