Korean-Language Analyst, Due Diligence & Investigations

Requirements

• The ideal candidate for the Korean-Language Analyst, DD&I position will possess the following:
• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in international relations, political science, regional studies, criminal justice, business, or related area of study.
• Experience: At least 2-5 years of relevant professional experience. Prior experience conducting due diligence research and investigations, or professional experience in emerging or frontier markets is a plus. Experience or expertise in the area of OSINT, SOCMINT, or fraud preferable.
• Outstanding English-language writing, research, and analytical abilities, with the capacity to distill complex information concisely.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrated client focus and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Excellent time management and the ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and project management skills.
• Ability to review and refine team outputs effectively.
• Creative problem-solving abilities with exceptional reading, writing, and analytical skills; candidates will be asked to complete a diagnostic test to this effect.
• Professional proficiency in Korean.
• Professional fluency in English required.
• Location : Washington, DC | Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm (in-person)
• Compensation : $60,000 - $65,000 annualized
• Assessment: Candidates selected for the next stage will be invited to complete a role-specific assessment. This helps us ensure a fair and consistent evaluation for all applicants.
• Additional Information :
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. TDI is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
• Equal Opportunity Employment :
• Job Description Disclaimer:
• This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required.
• Responsibilities, duties, and requirements may change at any time based on business needs. Employees may be assigned additional tasks and responsibilities as needed.
• Nothing in this job description creates an employ

Additional Information

About TDI TDI, founded in 1999, is a strategic advisory and risk intelligence firm dedicated to helping multinational organizations navigate commercial, regulatory, and reputational risks. We provide actionable insights and a decisive information advantage through our advisory services, due diligence, investigations, and advanced analytics. Leveraging our unique expertise in commercial, intelligence, and technology domains, we empower clients to make informed decisions in complex environments. TDI is currently seeking a Korean-Language Analyst, DD&I to join our Due Diligence and Investigations (DD&I) practice in Washington, D.C. The successful candidate is expected to comprehend complex global issues in various industries quickly while conducting detailed investigative research and analysis to identify and understand commercial, regulatory, and reputational risks. The candidate is also expected to be proficient in Korean and have professional or academic experience related to Korea, China, Taiwan, or East Asia. Job Responsibilities The Korean-Language Analyst, DD&I will have the following responsibilities: Conduct detailed research on entities and/or individuals of interest, particularly in Korea and the broader Asia-Pacific region. Understand specific client requests and produce custom risk-analytic reports. Task and manage external sources as required. Review open source or records-based due diligence reports to ensure client readiness. Mentor and train junior research staff members as needed. Process and store sensitive information, including PII, in accordance with Information Management System policies. Promptly report potential security incidents to the Information Technology team. Key TDI Values At TDI, we uphold these core values: Client Focus: You respond urgently and effectively to client needs, placing their interests and long-term trust above all. Impact: You deliver exceptional results through organized and decisive actions, consistently exceeding expectations. Teamwork: You collaborate openly and respectfully, supporting team members to achieve shared goals on time and to high standards.

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