Investigative Analyst

Ergo is a global intelligence, consulting, and forecasting firm. We believe the future is susceptible to research, and have unique assets and capabilities across the globe to deliver on that promise for our clients. Our clients include leading private equity firms, hedge funds, sovereign wealth funds, multinational corporations, law firms and governments. 

Work at Ergo is exciting and challenging and offers the opportunity to conduct in-depth analysis, primary research, consulting, and investigations on a wide range of issues of interest to our clients. This is a demanding position in which you will work with our team to understand our clients' questions and then lead the process to discover the answers.

Ergo seeks a senior investigative analyst of the very highest caliber to join its growing Due Diligence and Investigations Practice in our New York City office.

• The position is open to mid- and senior-level analysts who are interested in helping to develop this practice area and lead a team of analysts.
• Salary and title will vary depending on the candidate's experience and background.
• Prior work experience conducting legal investigations and/or due diligence research is required.
• Experience with client engagement and business development for diligence and investigations are preferred, but not required.
• Applicants must have full-time work availability and authorization in New York City.

This is a great opportunity to work on compelling cases—both legal and corporate—and build a remarkable skill set performing a range of critical roles and responsibilities, including:

• Performing complex investigations as part of litigation support, due diligence, and other investigative matters
• Conducting due diligence investigations on companies and individuals through the use of primary and secondary sources
• Researching, writing, and delivering on-time reports of varying complexity; ensuring that deliverables are accurate, complete and meet/exceed the client's needs
• Interfacing with major clients on a regular basis by handling scope of work questions, responding to follow-up inquiries, and generally understanding the client's needs
• Working closely with Ergo's research and executive teams

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have completed an undergraduate or graduate degree with an emphasis on business, law, and/or international affairs. Previous work experience (3-7 years) in consulting, risk analysis, litigation support, due diligence, security, or other investigative work is required.

Candidates are expected to demonstrate a genuine interest in investigative research. Self-starters with demonstrated passion and drive are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates must have:

• Absolute integrity
• Superior communication and oral/written presentation skills
• A desire to work hard in a rewarding atmosphere
• A strong academic record
• A positive attitude
• A personal and work history that shows honesty, discipline, initiative, creativity and a very strong intellect
• A proven capacity to research, write and present complex material
• The ability to work well with a team
• Solid facility with Microsoft Office (familiarity with Adobe Design Suite is a plus)