ET 2027 | Graduate Scheme, Digital Forensics

FTI Consulting LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting LLP is seeking a graduate to join its Digital Forensics & Investigations team within the Technology practice. You will identify and acquire digital evidence to forensic standards, work on data from mobile devices to cloud sources, and perform analyses under supervision.

You will liaise with clients and senior staff, develop custom solutions, and travel as required to client sites, including abroad, with opportunities to grow professionally through training and diverse assignments.

Qualifications

• University graduate or final year student who can work full-time from Sept 2027.
• Minimum 2:1 degree in forensic computing or related field.
• Familiarity with forensic principles and technologies.
• Keen interest in forensic practices and protocols.
• Experience in digital forensics or related role or university project.
• Knowledge of forensic imaging and analysis tools (Encase, Cellebrite, X-Ways).
• Ability to handle data using Excel, MS Access, SQL and other tools.
• Knowledge of programming or scripting (Python, Java, C#, Visual Basic, PowerShell).
• Enthusiasm for technology and transfer of knowledge across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire digital evidence to forensic standards, on-site at client premises in the UK and abroad.
• Utilise software to access, extract and handle data from mobile devices, computers, servers and cloud sources.
• Perform forensic analysis and reporting for a wide range of data sources under supervision.
• Liaise with clients and senior staff to manage work.
• Research and develop custom solutions for client needs.
• Meet client deadlines, including after-hours when necessary.
• Travel as required, potentially with short notice.

Skills

client communication

teamwork

time management

problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in forensic computing or related field

Tools

Encase

Cellebrite

X-Ways

Excel

MS Access

SQL

Job description

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations. At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side‑by‑side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you. Are you ready to make your impact?

About The Role

The Digital Forensics & Investigations team is part of our Technology practice that brings together over 500 professionals around the world in a broad range of disciplines from forensic investigations to cloud technology, blockchain, data privacy, software development, AI and more.

What You’ll Do

• Identify and acquire digital evidence to forensic standards, on‑site at client premises around the UK and abroad
• Utilise industry standard and bespoke software to access, extract and handle data from mobile devices, computers, servers and cloud data sources
• Perform forensic analysis and reporting for a wide range of data sources under supervision of senior staff
• Liaise with clients and senior staff to manage work
• Research and develop custom solutions and apply to client needs
• Be service-oriented to meet client deadlines, including working out of business hours when necessary
• Travel as required, which may be at short notice

How You’ll Grow

Consultants experience a broad range of clients, technologies, business challenges, bespoke solutions and working environments. Throughout the role, you will have opportunities to manage sections of projects, develop custom solutions and build internal and external relationships. You will work with your Performance Coach on a development and training plan to ensure experience across the digital forensic lifecycle to support your professional development. You may also have the opportunity to travel as part of projects or secondments, most commonly to our clients’ offices in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. We expect successful candidates to demonstrate a willingness and capacity to develop skills that are transferable across disciplines in the Technology practice, and support this through a mixture of internal and external training courses and on‑the‑job exposure to new areas.

What You Will Need to Succeed

Basic Qualifications

• University graduate/final year student who can work full-time from 6th September 2027
• Achieved/predicted a minimum 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in forensic computing or a technology, criminal or legal-focused subject, or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with forensic principles and technologies
• A keen interest in forensic practices and protocols

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a digital forensics or related role or university project
• Knowledge of forensic imaging and analysis tools such as Encase, Cellebrite or X-Ways
• Ability to handle data using tools such as Excel, MS Access, SQL and other tools
• Knowledge of programming or scripting (Python, Java, C#, Visual Basic, PowerShell)
• Enthusiasm for technology and an interest in technical developments
• Self-developer that demonstrates an ability to solve complex problems with well thought out solutions
• Ability to manage time and prioritise tasks effectively
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support the team’s goals
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while handling multiple tasks through to completion
• Ability to communicate effectively in a client facing role
• Flexible working hours and ability to work in a cross-functional team

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

With more than 8,100+ employees located in 32 countries and territories around the globe, we are the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. Our experts have led organizations, shaped policy, driven investigations, managed crises, advised world leaders and built businesses from the ground up.

Learn more about the work we do and how we're helping clients around the world turn their biggest challenges and opportunities into stories of success.

Learn more about our impact. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where our people can grow and achieve their full potential. To learn more about FTI Consulting, visit www.fticonsulting.com/careers and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.