Overall Purpose
Support the FACT Middle East Manager in expanding and maintaining a network of investigation source in Iran.
Implement and oversee processes with maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Ensure the delivery of high-quality investigative and verification products to international clients.
Assist with the expansion of business opportunities in Iran.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Manager in building a network of investigation and verification sources in Iran
- Research potential contacts and build and maintain relationships
- Support the negotiation of costs with suppliers
- Oversee the allocation of checks, identifying the information that needs to be sent to each entity
- Review work produced by Iranian sources, maintaining high standards through liaison and training
- Ensure that deadlines are met and queries dealt with in a timely manner
- Liaise with Process Leads and client delivery team
- Identify verification tasks that can be completed internally within FACT and introduce methods to enable these
- Assist with the development of future business opportunities in Iran
Requirements
- Native-level fluency in Farsi
- Professional working proficiency in English
- Based in Dubai with ability to travel to Iran
- Strong understanding of Iranian culture
- Knowledge and experience in developing and managing relationships with key partners
- Ability to negotiate and hold key partners to account where necessary
- Demonstrable understanding of and interest in research and investigation methods, including both physical and online tools and techniques
- Understanding of the due diligence environment
- Adaptable, competent and comfortable with technology
Personal Attributes
This role would suit an individual with the following attributes:
- Highly organised and flexible, with the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Excellent attention to detail with a logical and methodical approach
- Naturally innovative and curious mindset, willing to go further to establish the facts and improve standards
- Able to use own initiative whilst recognising the need to be collaborative
- Understands and prioritises efficiency and cost-effectiveness
- Excellent communication skills including tact and diplomacy
- Ability to be assertive when supporting the needs of the company
- Integrity, impartiality and demonstrable good judgement
