Forensic Investigator

Capitec; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the banking sector is seeking a Forensic Investigator to join their dynamic team. This role involves investigating various fraud incidents, including external and internal fraud, and providing evidence for disciplinary actions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in forensic investigations, excellent communication skills, and a keen attention to detail. You will play a crucial role in identifying control weaknesses and recommending preventative measures, making a significant impact on the organization’s integrity. If you are passionate about service and have the drive to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as a Forensic Investigator/Auditor required.
• Background in funeral investigations or related qualifications is essential.

Responsibilities

• Investigate fraud incidents across Capitec, providing evidence for hearings.
• Identify control weaknesses and recommend improvements.

Skills

Communications Skills

Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)

Reporting Skills

Presentation Skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills

Analytical Skills

Decision making skills

Education

CFE, criminology, forensic law and Auditing

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

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Purpose Statement

Under the guidance of the Manager: Forensic Investigations or Manager: Insurance Fraud, investigate instances of risk related to various types of fraud incidents across Capitec (e.g. external fraud such as credit application fraud for Capitec Bank and policyholder or claims fraud for Capitec Insurance). This will include internal fraud, serious breach of policies and procedures, and criminal syndicates. Investigate the matter, the parties involved and provide appropriate evidence for disciplinary hearings and/or criminal proceedings. Identify control weaknesses and recommend preventative measures, improvements, and training initiatives against potential fraud.

Experience

Minimum:

• 3 plus years’ experience as a Forensic Investigator/Auditor
• Background in funeral investigations or related qualifications (e.g., CFE, criminology, forensic law and Auditing, etc)
• Experience with both research and fieldwork investigations.
• Strong reporting and communication skills.
• Proficiency in (e.g. English, Afrikaans, Sepedi, Izulu, Xhosa)
• Willingness to travel for field work
• Valid driver's licence
  
  

Ideal:

• Proven experience as a Forensic Investigator/Auditor in the Financial Services Sector
  
  

Knowledge

Minimum:

• Investigation methods and procedures
• Criminal law and law of evidence of the judicial process
  
  

Ideal:

• Fraud and misrepresentation in the insurance industry
  
  

Skills

• Communications Skills
• Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
• Reporting Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Negotiation skills
• Attention to Detail
• Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Decision making skills
  
  

Conditions of Employment

• A valid driver's license and own vehicle is required
• Required to be available after hours in case of emergency
• Clear criminal and credit record
  
  

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