Forensic Consultant

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Job Description

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The Forensic Consultant is responsible for the planning and execution of forensic investigations with a strong focus on economic crimes impacting the financial services industry. The role involves gathering and analysing evidence, maintaining accurate documentation, and reporting findings. This future-fit role requires strong investigative skills, awareness of emerging financial crime tactics, and the ability to adapt to evolving forensic practices and technologies.

The role is be based in Durban.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Investigation Planning and Execution

Execute end-to-end forensic investigations under guidance, from scoping and information gathering to evidence analysis and conclusion

Identify and assess potential control breakdowns, fraud schemes (e.g., identity theft, collusion, social engineering), and policy breaches

Apply forensic investigative techniques that align with regulatory and legal requirements

Ensure investigative actions are documented and traceable, supporting potential disciplinary, civil, or criminal proceedings

2. Reporting and Documentation

Draft investigation reports that clearly present findings, root causes, implicated parties, and risk implications

Develop recommendations that are practical, risk-aligned, and relevant to business operations

Maintain all documentation, interview records, and evidence logs in the GFS case management system for audit trail and data analysis purposes

Participate in presenting findings to stakeholders as required

3. Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management

Interact with internal clients (e.g., HR, Legal, Risk, Claims, Distribution) to gather information, clarify facts, and provide updates on case progress

Escalate sensitive matters appropriately and in a timely manner

Promote awareness of investigation protocols and contribute to a culture of fraud prevention through your interactions

4. Risk Insights and Learning Contribution

Identify emerging fraud trends or patterns based on case observations and share insights with the team

Contribute to forensic team knowledge bases, including case studies, learning notes, and root cause analyses

Support development of risk mitigative measures (e.g., process improvements, fraud detection triggers)

5. Personal Development and Future-Fit Capability Building

Regularly update own skills in relation to digital evidence, financial crime typologies, and investigative software

Participate in forensic workshops, team reviews, and debriefs to sharpen professional judgment and capability

Demonstrate increasing autonomy and sound investigative decision-making over time

This role is an opportunity to join a dynamic team in safeguarding financial integrity while driving future-fit investigative solutions

Qualifications, Skills and Experience :

Qualifications and Experience :

Matric / Grade 12 is essential

Fraud Examiner certificate and / or a qualification in Forensics, Law, Accounting, or Information Technology is advantageous

3 - 5 years of experience in forensic investigations is a pre-requisite, with at least 2 years of experience in the Financial Services Sector

At least 2 years of experience in a corporate environment is essential

Experience in claims investigations (funeral, life & disability) is advantageous

Experience in investigating syndicates will be an added advantage.

Self-starter, able to show initiative and work with minimal guidance

Capacity to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Solution-driven, passionate, and energetic

Possess a strong sense of ownership, initiative, and a proactive mindset

Skills and Competencies :

Strong leadership capabilities with a proven track record of managing high-performing forensic teams

Advanced knowledge of forensic methodologies and investigation techniques in financial services

Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Strategic thinking with the ability to influence decision-making at senior levels

Knowledge of criminal law, labour law, and financial crime regulations

Ability to navigate complex cross-border investigations and regulatory environments

Future-Fit Forensic Competencies :

Proficiency in digital research and open-source intelligence (OSINT) for information gathering

Familiarity with basic data analysis for identifying trends and anomalies

Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals and data privacy principles

Exposure to digital documentation and case management systems

Capacity to learn and adapt to evolving forensic technologies and methodologies

Awareness of social engineering techniques and fraud prevention strategies

Key behavioural skills and attributes that would make a candidate successful in this role :

Ability to handle a constantly changing legislative environment

Excellent inter-personal skills, including influencing skills

Ability to collaborate effectively with others to achieve personal and team results

Good business acumen and insight

A self-starter, with the ability to show initiative and work with minimal guidance

Capacity to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Solution-driven, passionate and energetic

Possesses a strong sense of ownership and initiative as well as a proactive mind-set

Skills

Action Planning, Claims Management, Data Compilation, Data Controls, Executing Plans, Financial Auditing, Insurance Claims Investigations, Typology

Competencies

Action Oriented Business Insight Collaborates Decision Quality Ensures Accountability Financial Acumen Instills Trust Manages Complexity

Education

Bachelors Degree (B) (Required)

Closing Date

04 July 2025 , 23 : 59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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