Consultant/Senior Consultant: Business Intelligence at Control Risks

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team delivering corporate intelligence across Europe, with a particular emphasis on Central and Eastern Europe. The ideal candidate will be intellectually curious and skilled in managing projects focused on investigating, evaluating, and interpreting both open-source and human intelligence within the context of due diligence and strategic corporate analysis. This is a client-facing role requiring strong critical thinking, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and proven project management experience. A demonstrated interest in business transactions and corporate operations is essential. We are looking for a proactive team player who thrives under pressure and maintains a positive, solutions-oriented attitude. The successful candidate will bring a rigorous analytical mindset and a passion for uncovering insights that drive informed decision-making. Ideally this person will be based in Berlin but we will also consider applicants based in London, Paris or Copenhagen.

Investigative case management

• Manage and execute a range of business intelligence and compliance projects, including due diligence, strategic and commercial intelligence, market entry studies, problem solving investigations and stakeholder mapping exercises.

• Lead scoping conversations with existing and prospective clients as a subject matter expert. Provide insight into how deliverables can bring value to our clients, and, deliver projects aligned with the clients’ requirement.

• Manage the project cycle, from initial client request to proposal drafting, acceptance, delivery and invoicing. Ensure the delivery of projects on budget, scope and deadline.

• Summarise relevant research findings in a well-organised report in English.
• Assist in the operational and commercial management of cross-regional/cross-service line engagements, acting as a key point of contact for client and internal stakeholders.
• Deliver insightful briefings to internal and external stakeholders on intelligence findings, analysis and recommended mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with our human source network and expand it by cultivating contacts in Central and Eastern Europe

Business and practice development

• Take active role in maintaining existing client relationships and develop new ones.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of complementary services across Control Risks. Where appropriate, facilitate the introduction and provision of additional Control Risks’ services and integrate them into client solutions where relevant
• Support senior staff in the design and implementation of the overall business development strategy, identifying key industries, market trends and commercial opportunities.
• Serve as a thought leader, including the use cases of corporate intelligence and application to how our clients manage risk.

Requirements

Essential

• Substantial previous professional experience within consulting/ financial services/ expert networks/ research-driven roles with knowledge of managing due diligence projects and presenting and discussing findings to clients (3 to 7 years’ experience)

• Solid knowledge of research techniques, databases, networks, online registers and archives as well as general OSINT capabilities

• A strong understanding and practical knowledge of the intelligence cycle, source evaluation and techniques used to ensure objectivity, actionability and relevance of intelligence

• Understand common integrity, regulatory (AML) and reputational risks issues related to companies and executives operating in Central and Eastern Europe, together with political risks in the region

• Professional fluency in English; good knowledge of German is an advantage; another Central or Eastern European language is preferred

• Strong writing skills and ability to summarise information in a concise manner

• Passion for learning about businesses, and political and commercial trends

• Ability to work in a team and independently

• Education to Bachelor’s degree

Benefits

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarized in the full job offer.
• Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasize the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.