Associate - Blackpeak at ION Group

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Investment Banking, Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Asset ManagementIndustries

Requirements

1-2 years of relevant industry experience preparing due diligence and business intelligence reports
Fluency in written and spoken English; proficiency in at least one other European or Middle Eastern language (Russian, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Turkish preferred)
Proficiency in investigative research and analysis of public domain sources, including proprietary databases, media archives, corporate and court records research
Strong analytical skills, including critical thinking, problem-solving, curiosity, and attention to detail
Good timekeeping, ability to prioritize workload and multitask, effective communication and presentation skills (written and oral)
Good grasp of concepts such as sanctions, political exposure, financial crime, fraud, corruption, money-laundering, tax evasion, and ESG

Responsibilities

Research for and prepare client-ready reports, analyzing findings and human source enquiries to provide clients with clear conclusions and actionable intelligence
Contribute to business proposals and thought pieces
Work independently and as part of a team

Skills

Due Diligence

Business Intelligence

Investigative Research

Public Domain Research

Proprietary Databases

Media Archives

Corporate Records

Court Records

Sanctions

Financial Crime

Corruption

Money Laundering

Tax Evasion

ESG

Report Writing

ION Group

Automation technology for financial sector clients

About ION Group

ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION stands out by acquiring entrepreneurial firms, which allows it to remain agile and responsive to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks for its clients through automation and innovative technology.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

1998Year Founded

$426.5MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

AD&D and disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Mental health care

401K plan

Performance bonus

Supplemental workers' compensation

Family medical leave & parental leave

PTO, paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and volunteer time off

Commuter checks

Company social events

Employee assistance program

Free lunch

mobile phone discount

Risks

Complexity in consolidating trading platforms may lead to operational inefficiencies.

US Treasury market's clearing mandate could impose significant compliance costs.

Potential global tariffs by Trump administration may disrupt ION's global operations.

Differentiation

ION Group specializes in automation technology for the financial sector.

The company offers sophisticated software platforms and APIs for seamless trading.

ION Group constantly innovates to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks.

Upsides

Increased demand for automation drives innovation in AI-driven trading platforms.

The rise of DeFi creates opportunities for blockchain integration in financial services.

Growing importance of ESG criteria pushes adoption of efficient reporting tools.

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