Anthesis

Global ESG and decarbonization advisory

Due Diligence Specialist

Risk, Regulatory & Legal AdvisoryUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeHong KongNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Fluency reading and writing English in a commercial context and business proficiency in Mandarin are required.
One to four years of full-time post-graduate work experience in the corporate intelligence industry and/or another relevant investigative background is required.
Experience using open-source research tools such as LexisNexis and Factiva, as well as regional and language-specific databases and media sources, is required.
Ability to plan and manage multifaceted research projects from the proposal stage through delivery to the client is required.
A working knowledge of financial, commercial, and legal concepts is required.
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited university is required.
Professional proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite is required.
A keen interest in international affairs and business, including Japan and other regions of expertise, is required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team is required.
Willingness to work outside job specifications when required is required.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines is required.
Ability to maintain professionalism and respond well to development feedback is required.

Responsibilities

Manage complex open-source and human intelligence-led investigative assignments, including pre-transactional integrity due diligence checks and other bespoke investigations.
Write concise reports that integrate research findings with contextualized analysis of key issues and other pertinent findings.
Deliver written and verbal briefings to senior management and clients on research findings.
Prepare proposals for new business.
Support development of the human source network in regions of expertise.
After learning the house style and research methodologies, assist in training new team members and proofreading reports.

Desired Qualifications

Other languages are a bonus.

Summary of Role Wallbrook (part of Anthesis Group) is seeking experienced researchers to join our top-ranked global Business Intelligence team. Successful candidates will have proven experience working in a fast-paced research environment, excellent qualitative analytical skills, and a track record of producing high quality research for use in a commercial setting. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of international and regional business and political environments – and have business proficiency in Mandarin – as well as an innate sense of curiosity about international affairs, business and global markets more generally. We are looking for specialists to be based out of our offices in Hong Kong.

Key Responsibilities The exact responsibilities will vary depending on the role offered. However, we broadly look for the below skills when considering applicants for all our positions:

Manage complex open source and human intelligence-led investigative assignments (including pre-transactional integrity due diligence checks and other bespoke investigations);
Write concise and cogent reports that weave in research findings with an in-depth contextualized analysis of key issues and other pertinent findings;
Deliver written and verbal briefings to senior management and clients on research findings;
Prepare proposals for new business;
Support the development of our human source network in regions of expertise; and
Once comfortable with our house style and research methodologies, assist in training new team members and proofreading reports.

Key Requirements Essential

Fluency reading and writing English in a commercial context and business proficiency in Mandarin; Other languages are a bonus
1-4 years’ full-time post-graduate work experience in the corporate intelligence industry and/or another relevant investigative background;
Experience using open source research tools such as LexisNexis and Factiva, as well as regional and language-specific databases and media sources;
Ability to plan and manage multifaceted research projects from the proposal stage to delivering our work to the client;
A working knowledge of financial, commercial and legal concepts;
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited university;
Professional proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite. Candidates should also have demonstrable skills in the following areas:
A keen interest in international affairs and business, including in Japan, and other regions of expertise; Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
A proactive, can-do mindset and willingness to work outside job specifications when required;
An ability to thrive under pressure and work to tight deadlines;
Maintain a high level of professionalism in all areas of work; Respond well to development feedback.

About the Company

Anthesis

Global ESG and decarbonization advisory

Anthesis is a global sustainability consultancy that helps organizations meet environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. It offers services in carbon strategy, sustainable finance, supply chain transparency, and net-zero decarbonization, delivered through advisory, digital tools, and educational programs. How it works: the company provides data-driven consulting, develops practical action plans, and uses software to monitor progress, enabling clients to set targets, implement decarbonization measures, and report on ESG metrics. How it differs: it combines expert advisory with digital solutions and training for a broad client base (corporations, governments, nonprofits), delivering end-to-end support from strategy to implementation rather than just recommendations. Its goal is to help clients reduce climate impact, improve resource efficiency, and advance social equity, building a more sustainable and resilient future.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded: 2013

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