# Researcher

> Control Risks · London, United Kingdom · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-03

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** OTI Consulting

## Description

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting open-source intelligence research to support a complex threat intelligence programme.

**Tasks and Responsibilities**

_Research and information gathering_

-   Conduct research across multiple venues to identify possible threats and threatening discourse surrounding our clients.
-   Identify existing and emerging trends in negative chatter surrounding our clients.
-   Gather information on individuals and groups posing a threat to our clients and their assets through open source, social media and deep and dark web research.
-   When tasked, conduct research on specific topics to contribute to bespoke threat assessments.
-   Research new sources of information and develop capabilities to collect and analyse information in support of the team’s mission.

_Consulting responsibilities_

-   Deliver clear and concise written analysis to contribute to the production of high-quality bespoke threat assessments.
-   Communicate effectively to conduct peer review of intelligence outputs to support and enhance the quality of final deliverables.

## Requirements

-   Practical knowledge of open-source intelligence collection and threat analysis
-   Ability to prepare concise written reports with strong attention to detail
-   Experience in directing, collecting and analysing information, including following leads, in order to produce timely and actionable intelligence.

## Benefits

-   Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
-   We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
-   Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
-   As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.[](https://apply.workable.com/control-risks-6/j/B3FF75F3C2/apply/)

If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made in order to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.

## Apply

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