Polaris is currently seeking a qualified and capable Associate, of Investigations & Intelligence for full-time employment in New York, NY or Hartford, CT. The ideal candidate would be responsible for assisting with investigative research, report writing, intelligence monitoring, and requisite administrative tasks associated with office operations and professional development.

This position is full-time, with a hybrid work schedule, requiring two (2) to three (3) days of in-office work. Polaris offers its employees opportunities for significant growth, bonus compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. Salary will be commensurate with your experience and location, and ranges from $60,000 - $80,000 annually.

YOUR ROLE

As a Polaris Associate with the Investigations & Intelligence Practice, you would assist with in-depth investigations and intelligence monitoring: research, report writing, and other administrative tasks to facilitate domestic & foreign due diligence and litigation support, fraud, asset tracing, internal threats, and brand protection matters. In this role, you would support a variety of high-profile individuals and corporate clients, from law firms, brands, to financial firms, and be responsible for the following tasks:

Investigative Support – Utilize a suite of investigative tools to probe aggregated data, social media, public records, and open sources (i.e., TLO, SkopeNow, PACER, Factiva, etc., litigation records and regulatory filings, as applicable). This data is then analyzed, assessed, and reported to clients in contextualized written deliverables, in a deadline-oriented manner.
Intelligence Monitoring – Tracking live or intermittent risks using both internal tools and external services and sources (i.e., LifeRaft Navigator, TX Global, developed public resources, as applicable, etc.). Customized monitors might track & assess specific threats to the Client levied over social media, or track evolving natural disasters, terrorist incidents, geopolitical tensions, and other applicable threat vectors.
Report Writing – Compose articulate, accessible reports, compiling investigators’ key findings and pertinent results in a concise and easy-to-read package. Writers must leverage efficient, effective, and straightforward strategies to draft their findings, and outline recommended next steps for the Client.
Deliverable Review – ‘Quality Control’ reviews involve proofreading, editing, re-formatting, or re-evaluating sourcing for client-facing deliverables within Microsoft Office suite.
Other Administrative Tasks – Polaris is seeking candidates who think creatively and strategically to execute time-efficient solutions for day-to-day office and Client needs, upon request. Associates may also be tasked with participating in or attending professional development opportunities, as they arise.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Polaris Risk is an equal opportunity employer; all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required, though a master’s degree is preferred. The ideal candidate will have two (2) to three (3) years of directly applicable professional experience. Candidates must demonstrate exemplary writing ability, critical thinking, effective project and time management skills, and a keen attention to detail and delivering consistent, quality work product. Curiosity, source vetting, excellent communication skills, as well as an eagerness to work within a team are essential to success in this role.

ABOUT POLARIS

Polaris navigates its clients through the inevitable risks of conducting global business. With over 60 years of global security experience, Polaris is an industry leader in corporate risk management; our founders come from prominent providers in the industry and are committed to quality customer service. Polaris’ expertise and key services include Crisis Management, Investigations, Protective Services, Travel Security and Global Intelligence.

For more information, please visit us at PolarisRsk.com, or reach out to our team at info@polarisrsk.com.

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