Intelligence Researcher

Job Introduction

The DAC Beachcroft’s Intelligence Team is currently made up of 25 individuals and we are based in the Birmingham office, where flexible working can be offered. We provide market leading intelligence services and we have won a number of awards for investigation, innovation and training. We require an individual to undertake desktop research and investigation, supporting a diverse range of work but with a particular focus on Fraud cases. The ideal candidate needs to have a positive and enthusiastic approach to work and willingness to develop others to meet the intelligence team's high standards and an enquiring mind to undertake effective research and investigation. What’s in it for you?

High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance -

A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)

Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding

In person and remote social events

Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles! What you will do

Research and development of intelligence from various desktop sources to assist in the proactive identification of fraud including proactive intelligence generated through the triage process.

Deliver intelligence research products to support specific cases or operations. 

Communicate with our fraud teams and internal clients to ensure the intelligence products meet with their requirements and develop on-going working relationships.

Maintain an awareness of commercial considerations and profitability of work produced.

Dissemination of clear and concise intelligence reports and briefing documents.

Who you are 

Previous relevant research experience is essential for the role.

Communication skills including verbal and written communication are essential.

Experience of using technology to support the delivery of your work effectively.

The ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple work streams.

Demonstrable proactivity in a working environment.

Proven problem solving skills and an enquiring mind.

Demonstrates alignment with the Firm’s Cultural Principles (Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive).

About DAC Beachcroft We are a leading international legal business with over 2,900 colleagues and a diverse range of capabilities. We have 11 offices in the UK as well as offices in Dublin, Madrid, Paris, Milan, Rome, Singapore, Argentina Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Miami. We also have associations/alliances with firms in Malaysia, Brazil, Peru, Central America, the USA, Australia and Germany.We are a broad-based commercial firm with a strong heritage in insurance, health and real estate. This is complemented by a fast-growing Business Advisory capability. We represent a wide range of clients, from household names to government departments and NHS bodies. We act for the UK’s top-ten insurers, we are market leaders in the provision of strategic, commercial and regulatory advice to providers and commissioners in the health sector, and in real estate we advise the UK’s top-12 housebuilders.We have an impressive legal pedigree, with 141 practice area rankings across Chambers UK 2023 and The Legal 500 2023 and over 230 individual lawyers ranked in the two guides. Our successes have been recognised by the legal industry and the markets in which we operate. Our most recent accolades include being named the top winner at the 2022 Legal Innovation Awards with two awards, bringing home two National Insurance Awards in 2023 for ‘Insurance Law’ and ‘Innovative Product’, winning ‘Legal Adviser of the Year – Public’ at both the 2021 and 2022 HealthInvestor Awards and ‘Legal Adviser of the Year – Private’ at the 2021 awards, and being named ‘Arbitration Team of the Year’ at the 2022 British Legal Awards. Regionally in the UK, we were named ‘Law Firm of the Year – Large’ in the 2022 Yorkshire Legal Awards and ‘Innovators of the Year’ at the 2022 Bristol Law Society Awards. Our vision is to be leading business advisers, recognised for our insight and our outstanding commitment to clients, and for being the place where talented people want to work. For further details on our work and our culture, please visit . What you need to know about applying At DAC Beachcroft, we don’t just accept your differences we celebrate them. From bespoke solutions for our clients, to treating you like an individual. Our strength comes from your diverse ideas and bringing the whole you to work. So if you’re good at what you do, come as you are. We welcome direct applications and are happy to talk flexible working.We also want you to be at your very best. Please feel free to let us know of any changes we can make at any point in the recruitment process that will help support your application. If this opportunity sounds of interest to you, please make an application and submit your CV. Your application will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence.