Job Description
About the Company
I’m currently working with a global leader in forensic investigation to find an experienced Digital Forensic professional to join their growing team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in complex investigative work and is looking to take full ownership of high-stakes digital forensic cases.
About the Role
Key Responsibilities of a Digital Forensic Consultant:
* Lead forensic investigations independently, ensuring best practices in evidence handling and analysis.
* Perform digital collections both remotely and onsite, using industry-standard tools.
* Analyse data from a wide range of digital sources (mobile, desktop, laptop, servers).
* Prepare thorough, well-structured forensic reports that are good for legal and non-technical audiences.
* Present findings to clients and help translate technical conclusions into business-relevant language.
* Attend client sites for collections when needed - frequency may vary
Key Requirements of a Digital Forensic Consultant:
* Demonstrated experience running digital forensic investigations from start to finish.
* Ideally experienced working in a consultancy or corporate, as cloud forensic experience is important but not 100% required
* Proficiency with key forensic tools (e.g., Cellebrite, EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Magnet AXIOM).
* Strong knowledge of Windows, Mac, and Linux systems from a forensic perspective.
* Excellent communication skills, especially when engaging with non-technical stakeholders.
* Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
* Must be based within a 1.5-hour commute of central London and open to occasional onsite travel.
Pay range and compensation package
* Base salary of £45,000 - £55,000
* Discretionary bonus of circa 10%
* Training & development that is truly industry leading in the world of forensics
* Full suite of employee benefits, including private healthcare, pension, and more
* Strong professional development support and exposure to global casework
Equal Opportunity Statement
APT Search is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a workplace free from discrimination, providing fair consideration to all applicants regardless of background or protected status. This client is not accepting applicants who require visa sponsorship or H1-B visas due to the sensitivity of the position and the data managed.