Overview
Forensic and Risk Advisory Assistant Manager in the National Investigation, Integrity, and Compliance team within the Forensic and Risk Advisory business unit. Roles involve hands-on work across forensic accounting engagements, financial and non-financial investigations, ethics and compliance, and economic crime risk management projects.
This role is within the Forensic and Risk Advisory team with a focus on investigations and compliance work. You will deliver a range of forensic assignments, collaborating with other members of the Forensic and Risk Advisory team and internal teams across service lines to build relationships and deliver high-quality forensic projects. You will apply technical knowledge to real-life scenarios, problem solve, analyse data, and present findings.
The role may involve a mix of working in the local office and at client premises or law firms as required. On a day-to-day basis, your work may involve:
* Conducting a forensic analysis of financial data;
* Investigation of fraud and accounting irregularity;
* Asset tracing and bank statement analysis;
* Conducting background research on the economy, businesses and individuals;
* Drafting, in whole or in part, reports for use in legal proceedings or for advice to internal colleagues, solicitors or clients;
* Liaising with clients, solicitors, barristers and other professionals;
* Undertaking business development activities;
* Taking responsibility for project management and administration;
* Assisting with staff management and the development of junior staff.
Much of your time will be spent working directly with the Forensic and Risk Advisory directors and partners, providing exposure to all aspects of forensic work and opportunities for career progression.
What we are looking for
* Have the right to live and work in the UK
* Hold a recognised accounting qualification such as ACA or ACCA
* Preferably, another compliance/risk related qualification such as ACFS or ACAMS
* Have between 2 to 4 years PQE within forensic accounting, ideally with an audit training background prior to entering forensics
* Analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail
* The ability to analyse and interpret complex data
* IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Excel and Word
* Integrity, impartiality, and a strong sense of ethics and professional responsibility
* A methodical and logical approach to work
* Ability to demonstrate resilience and perseverance in the face of difficult, complex, and time-pressured scenarios
* Motivated, ambitious and keen to progress as part of a fast-growing team
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial or technical concepts in a clear and simple way
* Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to support multiple projects simultaneously and produce clear, structured reports within project deadlines
* Ability to work collaboratively within a team
* An interest in participating in marketing events to broaden the firm’s presence as well as individual profile
What we can offer you
* A dynamic, collaborative, and intellectually engaging team environment
* Opportunities to work on high-profile and cross-disciplinary projects, including international engagements
* Clear progression and development opportunities
* A culture that promotes performance, innovation, and continuous learning
* Market-competitive salary and benefits, including pension and core reward package
* Additional qualifications such as CFE, ACAMS, ACFCS, CCEP, or equivalent
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Accounting/Auditing
Industries
* Financial Services
* Business Consulting and Services
* Accounting
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