Associate Director – Strategic Intelligence

Alchemy is working with a leader in strategic intelligence and investigations, providing cutting-edge cyber advice and analytical services to top-tier commercial and financial advisory firms, including Fortune 50 and FTSE 100 companies. As part of their plans to further expand across Europe, they are looking for a vision-driven Associate Director to guide and manage their intelligence projects.Role Overview:This candidate will play a very pivotal role in undertaking comprehensive commercial due diligence and counterparty analysis across the various markets in Europe. This role requires a strategic thinker who is very commercial advice-oriented and understands cultural and commercial differences across different geographical areas.Key Responsibilities:Define and direct lines of inquiry and focus areas based on potential operational and commercial risks in diverse sectors and geographies.Devising interviews strategy, human source engagement and public record research. Triaging investigative materials and streams of research, while evaluating both the credibility and relevance of sources of intelligence.To be able to develop and present clear, commercially-focused briefings and reports for all levels of stakeholders, including deal teams and the C-suite ensuring communication of key findings and insight.Leadership, develop and grow your team-including identifying and hiring new talent to meet increasing demand.Candidate Profile:Minimum of 5 years in commercial advisory positions; preference to experience with consultancy, legal, investment advisory, compliance or related profilesExcellent skill in verbal/written English; proficiency in an additional European language will be an advantageStrong track record of team along with large project management with a strategic orientationStrong commercial/cultural acumen with sharp insights relating to the European business and regulatory landscapes.Strong analytical skills.High attention to detail.Strong presentation and interpersonal communication skills.Ability to work well under pressure, use own initiative, and prioritize in a fast-paced and dynamic environment where no day is the same.Eligible to work in the UK.