Forensic Analyst

Hired Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Hired Recruitment (Pty) Ltd is seeking a skilled Forensic Analyst to join their team in Cape Town. This role requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience in investigations and intelligence analysis, with proven skills in data analysis and reporting.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing alerts, analyzing evidence, and collaborating with law enforcement. A South African driver’s license is necessary for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in investigations or intelligence analysis.
• Proven experience in data analysis and investigative reporting.
• Valid South African driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Receive and manage alerts for investigations.
• Analyse CCTV footage and compile forensic reports.
• Liaise with law enforcement and clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Digital literacy

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Are you an experienced investigator with a passion for intelligence gathering, forensic analysis, and crime prevention? We are recruiting for a leading organisation operating within the investigative and security sector that is looking to appoint a skilled Forensic Analyst to join its Cape Town team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys turning complex information into actionable intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, validate, manage, and dispatch alerts.
• Monitor and maintain intelligence and investigative databases.
• Gather, analyse, and verify information from multiple sources.
• Review communication logs and intelligence reports.
• Conduct vehicle profiling, movement tracking, and pattern analysis.
• Analyse CCTV footage and other investigative evidence.
• Compile detailed intelligence and forensic reports.
• Draft sworn statements and supporting documentation.
• Provide expert testimony and present forensic findings when required.
• Liaise with internal teams, law enforcement agencies, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Utilise investigative technologies and third‑party platforms to support intelligence gathering and analysis.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience within law enforcement, investigations, intelligence analysis, forensic investigations, or a related field.
• Proven experience in data analysis, intelligence gathering, and investigative reporting.
• Previous exposure to criminal investigations, forensic reporting, or courtroom testimony.
• Strong understanding of investigative processes and evidence management.
• Valid South African driver's licence and own reliable vehicle.
• Willingness to undergo comprehensive background screening.
• Ability to work shifts within a 24/7 operational environment.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Advanced research and information‑gathering skills.
• High level of digital literacy and confidence working across multiple data platforms.
• Ability to analyse large volumes of information and identify critical findings.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Professional, ethical, and highly confidential in handling sensitive information.

Personal Attributes

• Honest, trustworthy, and dependable.
• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised and deadline‑driven.
• Team‑oriented with a collaborative approach.
• Passionate about crime prevention, investigations, and community safety.

If you have a strong investigative background and are looking for a challenging career where your analytical skills can make a real impact, we would like to hear from you.