What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Analyst position at Guidepost Solutions LLC?
Summary/Objective
This is a full-time, research investigations position that requires an individual to fulfill multiple roles during daily office operations and within a project. This role conducts comprehensive open source and public records background investigations for private clients, often in support of anticipated or ongoing litigation, and other investigative matters, as assigned. This role provides project management support by keeping track of project phases and ensuring work product effectiveness and proper completion.
Essential Functions
- Conduct background investigations and other investigative assignments using open source intelligence (OSINT) research techniques and other intelligence gathering tools including LexisNexis, Westlaw, PACER, etc.
- Conduct public record research to locate civil, criminal, probate, and administrative proceedings in multiple jurisdictions around the country
- Identify, collect, and analyze OSINT, media, social media, public records and court proceedings for relevance and significance
- Ability to verify identities, uncover related entities and associates, and obtain identifying information for locating witnesses or other parties relevant to the client’s matter
- Draft and complete client-ready written reports of research/investigation results in a concise, clear, yet comprehensive manner
- Based on scope of projects, may interview subjects and witnesses, coordinate technical support, and submit orders for document retrieval
- Support business development and marketing efforts by researching companies, persons, or business areas
- Work with other researchers and investigators collaboratively for an exchange of ideas
- Stay up to date on OSINT research techniques and database scopes
- Assist in Project Management
- Perform various administrative tasks including timekeeping, receipts, and invoices
Competencies
- Attention to detail
- Analytical & critical thinking
- Self-starter, ability to multi-task and accomplish tasks with limited supervision
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Tech Savvy
- Ethical Practice
Preferred Education and Experience
- A bachelor's degree
- Two (2) years prior OSINT and public records research experience required
- Two (2) to three (3) years working at a law firm, law enforcement agency, crisis management public relations firm, or investigative journalism preferred
- Experience working with LexisNexis, Westlaw, and PACER
- Excellent attention to detail and writing and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask and juggle multiple priorities and deadlines
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong understanding of digital tools
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are generally Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. There may be requirements for after-hours responsiveness in urgent client cases, including weekends and holidays.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Guidepost Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
