The RoleBlackpeak is seeking an Associate Director position to be part of the management team to lead investigative research projects to ensure the successful delivery of projects, manage client relationships, develop new clients, and lead and develop a team of researchers, associates, and senior Key Responsibilities:Lead a broad range of investigative research projects of due diligence, business intelligence research, and corporate investigations for our clients.Compile high quality written reports and present findings to clientsManage overall quality and delivery of work on multiple accountsPerform project pricing and invoicing, and ensure projects are priced and invoiced effectively to deliver on profitFoster thriving client relationships and develop new clients proactivelyIndependently identify prospects and lead business development activitiesConstantly seeking innovative ways to improve services we offer to our clientsManage researchers, associates and senior associates on a day-to-day basis, including motivating and mentoring them to achieve individual and team potentialProvide support in recruitment and development of team member, including conducting interviews, mentoring and training team members Collaborate effectively with other team members and managementRequired Skills, Qualifications and Experience:Bachelor's degree or higherAt least 4 years of industry experience in investigative due diligence, business intelligence research and corporate investigationsA solid understanding of the business environment in mainland China and Hong Kong, including the key issues affecting investorsEffective communication and presentation skills – ability to communicate research findings in writing and orally in discussion with clientsStrong people management skills - ability to manage and direct team of internal researchers and work with external consultantsStrong people leadership skills, including the ability to inspire and drive the performance of a team Strong project management skills and methodical approach to workExcellent abilities to carry out detailed research and analysis via proprietary databases, the internet and human sourcesStrong analytical skills, including critical thinking and problem-solving abilitiesThe ability to multi-task, prioritize workload, and manage multiple deadlines under pressureExceptional written and verbal communication skills in English and Mandarin Chinese; native or complete fluency in both languages is requiredAbout usWe’re a diverse group of visionary innovators who provide trading and workflow automation software, high-value analytics, and strategic consulting to corporations, central banks, financial institutions, and governments. Founded in 1999, we’ve achieved tremendous growth by bringing together some of the best and most successful financial technology companies in the world.        
• Over 2,000 of the world’s leading corporations, including 50% of the Fortune 500 and 30% of the world’s central banks, trust ION solutions to manage their cash, in-house banking, commodity supply chain, trading and risk.        
• Over 800 of the world’s leading banks and broker-dealers use our electronic trading platforms to operate the world’s financial market infrastructure. ION is a rapidly expanding and dynamic group with 13,000 employees and offices in more than 40 cities around the globe.
Our ever-expanding global footprint, cutting edge products, and over 40,000 customers worldwide provide an unparalleled career experience for those who share our vision. ION is committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive environment for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We respect the varied identities, abilities, cultures, and traditions of the individuals who comprise our organization and recognize the value that different backgrounds and points of view bring to our business. ION adheres to an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor.