Forensic Dispute Senior Manager

Warner Scott Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious recruitment consultancy is seeking a Manager in forensic accounting to take ownership of mandates and lead complex engagements. The successful candidate will have an ACA/CA or equivalent qualification and substantial experience in the field. Key tasks include drafting expert reports, managing junior staff, and contributing to business development. This role offers a clear path to partnership for committed professionals eager to shape a growing practice in the disputes sector.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in forensic accounting, ideally within disputes or valuations.
• Proven ability to manage projects independently and lead small teams.
• Ambitious and motivated, looking for a clear path to Partnership.
• Commercial acumen and interest in developing business and client networks.
• Proven ability to manage projects independently and lead small teams.
• Ambitious with a clear path to Partnership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver forensic valuation and expert witness assignments.
• Draft clear, robust, and defensible expert reports.
• Manage and mentor junior staff across engagements.
• Manage and mentor junior staff across engagements.
• Contribute to business development and networking initiatives.
• Build market presence and develop own client relationships.

Skills

Forensic accounting

Excellent report-writing

Project management

Communication skills

Business development

Business development

Education

ACA/CA or equivalent qualification

Job description

The Role:

You’ll operate as the number two to the Partner, taking full ownership of mandates from day one. Working in a small, high‑calibre team, you’ll lead complex engagements, liaise directly with lawyers and clients, and play a key role in the preparation of expert reports across litigation, arbitration, and contentious valuation matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver forensic valuation and expert witness assignments
• Draft clear, robust, and defensible expert reports
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and legal teams
• Manage and mentor junior staff across engagements
• Contribute to strategic business development initiatives and networking
• Build your market presence and develop your own client relationships ("black book")

About You:

• ACA/CA or equivalent qualification
• Substantial experience in forensic accounting, ideally within disputes or valuations
• Excellent report‑writing and communication skills
• Commercially sharp, with a genuine interest in developing business and client networks
• Proven ability to manage projects independently and lead small teams
• Ambitious and motivated, looking for a clear path to Partnership

This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned Manager ready for promotion, or a Senior Manager seeking broader exposure, autonomy, and a faster route to leadership. If you're excited by the idea of taking on more responsibility and shaping the direction of a growing disputes practice, we'd love to hear from you.