- The Forensics Lead provides expert guidance on forensic practices, develops and enhances forensic frameworks and controls, and strengthens fraud prevention measures to mitigate financial and reputational risk. The incumbent liaises with law enforcement and other external stakeholders, ensures the proper management of evidence, and provides forensic support in disciplinary, civil, and criminal proceedings where required.
- Lead and oversee forensic investigations into fraud, corruption, financial misconduct, cybercrime, and regulatory breaches.
- Provide expert guidance on complex investigations and approve investigation approaches and outcomes.
- Ensure all investigations are conducted confidentially, objectively, and in line with legal and regulatory requirements.
Governance and Risk Management
- Develop and implement forensic strategies, policies, and investigation frameworks aligned with organisational risk and compliance requirements.
- Conduct fraud risk assessments and identify control weaknesses across the business.
- Monitor emerging fraud trends and report key risks to executive leadership.
Fraud Detection & Prevention
- Identify fraud risks and vulnerabilities across the organisation.
- Implement fraud detection mechanisms and preventative controls.
- Recommend and monitor improvements to reduce exposure to fraud and misconduct.
Policy & Process Development
- Develop and maintain forensic policies, procedures, and investigation protocols.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Drive continuous enhancement of forensic governance and operational processes.
Case Resolution & Reporting
- Prepare and present clear, accurate investigation reports and recommendations.
- Support disciplinary, legal, and regulatory proceedings where required.
- Maintain case records, dashboards, and management reporting on investigation outcomes and trends.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Partner with HR, Legal, Internal Audit, Risk, and IT to manage investigations and mitigate risks.
- Liaise with law enforcement agencies and external forensic specialists when required.
- Provide guidance to management on suspected fraud and misconduct matters.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Track and report on forensic case metrics, trends, and emerging risks.
- Deliver actionable insights to strengthen controls and reduce risk exposure.
- Continuously improve forensic methodologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance effectiveness.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Forensic Accounting, Finance, Law, Criminology, or related field
- A master's degree or MBA is preferred
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- CA(SA)/ ACCA/ CPA (advantageous)
- CAMS or equivalent
- 10 - 15+ years of experience in forensic investigations, fraud risk.
- Minimum 5 - 7 years in a leadership or senior management role.
- Proven experience handling complex, high-value forensic cases.
- Experience working with regulators and law enforcement agencies.
- High levels of integrity, judgement, and discretion
- Resilient, composed, and credible under pressure
- Strong stakeholder management and relationshipbuilding capability
- Strong forensic investigation techniques
- Understanding of disciplinary and legal processes
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills