Forensic Managers - Investigations

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Forensic Manager to lead investigations and compliance efforts. This role involves managing diverse forensic projects, engaging with high-level stakeholders, and developing junior team members. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in forensic accounting, analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex findings effectively. With a flexible work environment and opportunities for professional growth, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of forensic investigations.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Work from Home Options

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered Professional Accountant or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of PQE experience in forensic consulting.

Responsibilities

• Manage forensic investigation engagements and client relationships.
• Prepare reports for senior management and oversee junior team members.

Skills

Forensic Investigation

Fraud Risk Management

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Business Development

Education

Chartered Accountant

Relevant Experience

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26.04.2025

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Forensic Managers - Investigations – KPMG – Consulting

Location: London, UK

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Why Join KPMG as a Forensic Manager - Investigations?

At KPMG, our Consulting function is a cornerstone of our business. We operate from London, serving the country with diligence and expertise. KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancies, supporting the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We proudly stand beside the institutions and businesses that make the UK what it is.

The Role

Our Investigations & Compliance (I&C) team helps clients establish the facts in relation to incidents, losses, or misconduct, and then to remediate and recover value. We manage diverse issues including fraud and misconduct, regulatory compliance, risk frameworks, and modelling.

What you will be doing:

• Managing a portfolio of Forensic Investigation engagements, ranging from financial, fraud or misconduct investigations, through to proactive risk management and regulatory driven compliance work, and Forensic in the Audit (FITA)
• Acting independently in managing engagements, under overall supervision of the engagement leader
• Preparation of reports and sections thereof for Senior Manager/ Director/ Partner review
• Managing the risks and financials associated with client engagements
• Engaging credibly with stakeholders at clients (e.g. board level individuals at corporate clients and/or law firm partners) on behalf of KPMG
• Developing a network of relevant internal and external contacts through quality delivery on engagements and proactive involvement in other networking activity
• Contributing to the developing of proposals/ bids for future work
• Developing and overseeing more junior members of the team on project assignments
• Recognising the importance of continuous self and team development and actively striving to achieve this

The Person

• Chartered Professional Accountant or Chartered Accountant or equivalent and/or relevant experience as set out below.
• Minimum of 3 years of PQE experience with forensic consulting focus
• A broad range of experience across a range of Forensic engagements, such as: investigations, fraud risk management, dispute advisory and/or regulatory compliance
• Experience of working on assignments where forensic accountancy, data analytics, corporate intelligence and/or electronic media reviews have been deployed as part of investigations
• Experience in statutory audit, financial accounting, financial misstatements and/or forensic support to audits beneficial
• Demonstrable experience of contributing to the managing of projects, including elements of financial and risk management
• Experience in scoping and defining Forensic projects is preferable
• Proven ability to lead and manage small teams
• Ability to articulate complex and technical findings in both written and oral presentations for a variety of audiences
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, self-motivation and an enquiring mind
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure
• Confidence and ability to quickly establish credibility with clients and senior colleagues
• Confidence in challenging existing ways of working and ways of thinking
• Strong people skills, including an ability to inspire and develop junior colleagues
• An ability to build, develop and maintain relationships with relevant internal and external contacts
• Experience in business development activities and an enthusiasm to get involved in marketing activity and in developing the Sectors I&C practice

Our Locations:

We are open to talk to Forensic Managers in the UK as this is where the team is based.

With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

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