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BSOS Career Readiness Tool Series
Associate, Compliance Risk and Diligence Position at Kroll for May or Recent Grad
Research Assistant, Economics and Trade with the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission for May or Recent Grad

Posted: 20 May 2021 06:00 AM PDT

The Feller Center will host a "Career Readiness Tools" series in June. These short virtual sessions will showcase tools and resources available to BSOS majors including Vault, Careers4Terps, FOCUS2, LinkedIn and Terrapins Connect.

BSOS Career Readiness Tools: Careers4Terps
Monday, June 14, 2021 | 12-12:30 pm ET | Virtual Event

BSOS Career Readiness Tools: Industry Guides
Wednesday, June 16, 2021 | 12-12:30 pm ET | Virtual Event

BSOS Career Readiness Tools: Networking with LinkedIn & Terrapins Connect
Monday, June 21, 2021 | 12-12:30 pm ET | Virtual Event

BSOS Career Readiness Tools: Career Self-Assessment
Wednesday, June 23, 2021 | 12-12:30 pm ET | Virtual Event

Learn more and register to attend!

Associate, Compliance Risk and Diligence Position at Kroll for May or Recent Grad

Posted: 20 May 2021 05:53 AM PDT

For more than 45 years, Kroll has helped clients make confident risk management decisions about people, assets, operations and security through a wide range of investigations, cyber security, due diligence and compliance, physical and operational security, and data and information management services.

Through a combination of in-depth subject matter expertise, global research capabilities and flexible technology tools, the Compliance Risk and Diligence practice of Kroll, a division of Duff & Phelps, helps clients take a risk-based approach toward meeting obligations or remediating failures regarding anti-bribery, anti-corruption and related regulatory mandates. These include pre-transactional intelligence; vendor, supplier and distributor due diligence; vendor management platform; leadership/executive vetting; sanctions screening and monitoring; country/industry risk; and bespoke inquiries.

We currently have opportunities for Spanish language researchers. The right candidate will have outstanding English reading and writing skills, advanced proficiency in reading comprehension in the Spanish language(s), meticulous attention to detail, a sense of curiosity, the ability to learn quickly, and a dedication to client satisfaction.

At Duff & Phelps, your work will help protect, restore and maximize value for our clients. Join us and together we'll maximize the value of your career.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct in-depth research in Spanish and English regarding companies and individuals using public record databases, commercial and proprietary databases, media sources and the internet
Analyze research, organize findings and synthesize relevant information
Write well structured, logical and objective reports regarding assessments on the status, legitimacy, general background, and overall reputation of a company and its principals
Manage multiple assignments from start to finish, conducting extensive Internet, database, and media research into companies and individuals to provide our clients with an accurate assessment of the status, legitimacy, general background, and overall reputation of a subject company and its principals

Qualifications

Advanced or fluent Spanish language proficiency in reading comprehension is required
Extremely strong English-language writing skills is required
Undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited university majoring in: International Relations/Affairs, Regional Studies, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Law or other related areas of study required
1-2 years of professional work experience (including internships) is preferred
Strong attention to detail
Ability to quickly and effectively summarize information from multiple sources into concise analytical assessments
Ability to work independently
Ability to accept and apply constructive feedback
Ability to prioritize several projects and assignments on multiple topics while meeting tight deadlines
Customer-service orientation with a dedication to quality
Interest and understanding of current events, international affairs, economics and/or finance
Availability to work a full-time schedule with the understanding that additional hours and weekend work may be required

Apply on the Kroll careers page.

Research Assistant, Economics and Trade with the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission for May or Recent Grad

Posted: 20 May 2021 05:50 AM PDT

The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission (the Commission) was created by the United States Congress in October 2000 with the legislative mandate to monitor, investigate, and submit to Congress an annual report on the national security implications of the bilateral trade and economic relationship between the United States and the People's Republic of China, and to provide recommendations, where appropriate, to Congress for legislative and administrative action.

In accordance with its mandate, the Commission focuses its work and study on the following eleven areas: proliferation practices, economic transfers, energy and natural resources, foreign investment, military and security affairs, cyber activities, economic conditions, foreign affairs, compliance and enforcement, freedom of information, and product safety.

You can review the Commission's mandate in detail at http://www.uscc.gov/about/uscc-charter.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of the Director for Economics and Trade or Executive Director, the position is responsible for policy and issue analysis primarily in the fields of economics and trade. This position requires the ability to:

Monitor, investigate, and assess developments relevant to the Economics and Trade Team's portfolio including, but not limited to, the topics identified in "requirements and qualifications" below.
Draft detailed written and oral analyses and assessments of issues within the Economics and Trade Team's portfolio.
Provide support to Commission staff planning hearings, writing the Annual Report or other research reports, preparing testimony or other products by conducting research, drafting correspondence, writing, or fact checking.
Work with designated hearing co-chairs, senior staff, and team members to plan, organize, and provide administrative support to Commission hearings.
Serve as a subject matter expert on assigned issue areas within the team's portfolio for Commissioners, Member staffs, and Congressional committee staffs.
Research and draft assigned portions of the Commission's Annual Report.
Attend seminars, meetings, and events on behalf of the Commission, and write memoranda to Commissioners and staff.
Assist with developing and sustaining a professional network of China analysts in the U.S. government, private sector, and academia.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Strong and demonstrated ability to present information clearly and concisely through memos, reports, briefings, and other presentations.
Advanced research, analytical, and evaluative skills, including the ability to synthesize and analyze large amounts of disparate data on emerging and/or controversial issues.
Knowledge of international economics and the application of economic principles in U.S. bilateral and multilateral trade, financial and economic relations.
Knowledge of China's economic policies and practices, including the drivers, actors, and conduct of China's economic policies.
Knowledge of U.S. trade and economic policies and goals pertaining to China and Taiwan and, more broadly, to the Indo-Pacific.
Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field, such as Economics, Law, International Relations, or Asian Studies.

HIGHLY DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
(Not required, but may be considered in the selection process)

Experience in a Congressional or Executive Branch office, particularly with responsibilities for issues pertaining to China, Taiwan, or the Indo-Pacific Region.
Experience living and/or working in China, Taiwan, or Hong Kong.
Ability to speak and read Mandarin Chinese, to include ability to effectively utilize sources of electronic and print information.

Apply on the USCC website.

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