ET 2027 | Graduate Scheme, Digital Forensics

Cooper & Hall Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting in London is seeking a Consultant in the Digital Forensics & Investigations team to start your career as a professional in a specialist environment. You will identify and acquire digital evidence, perform forensic analysis, and liaise with clients to manage work while travel may be required.

You will be part of a growing team, supported by experienced staff, with opportunities to develop skills across the digital forensic lifecycle and take on increasing responsibilities over time.

Qualifications

• Basic qualifications include a university degree and forensic computing familiarity.
• Predicted 2:1 degree in forensic computing or related field is acceptable.
• Familiarity with forensic principles and technologies.
• Interest in forensic practices and protocols.
• Familiarity with mobile device, cloud and PC systems.
• Preferred: experience in digital forensics or related projects.

Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire digital evidence to forensic standards on-site in the UK and abroad.
• Use standard and bespoke software to access, extract and handle data from devices and cloud sources.
• Perform forensic analysis and reporting under supervision of senior staff.
• Liaise with clients and senior staff to manage work.
• Research and develop custom solutions for client needs.
• Be service-oriented to meet client deadlines, including after-hours work.

Skills

Forensic principles

Mobile device & cloud familiarity

Client communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

2:1 degree in forensic computing or related field

Tools

EnCase

Cellebrite

X-Ways

Excel

SQL

PowerShell

Python

Java

C#

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

This Consultant position in the Digital Forensics & Investigations team based in London is an opportunity to start your career as a professional in a team of specialists, dedicated to solving the challenges of our broad client base.

You will be part of a growing team of digital forensics professionals responsible for advising and delivering services to our clients, including:

• 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
• Familiarity with mobile device, cloud and personal computer systems

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

How to apply

The deadline for applications is: 29th October 2026

STEP 1: Complete our online application form and submit your CV (no cover letter required).

STEP 2: Complete our Pre-recorded Video application questions.

STEP 3: Attend a competency-based virtual interview to explore your skills and motivations between 23rd - 27th of November 2026.

STEP 3: Attend a 2nd virtual interview with our senior managers between 1st – 11th December 2026.

STEP 4: Job offers are made to successful candidates before 25 December 2026.

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.