Forensics Investigation Specialist (Insurance)

AtripleA recruitment & temps; Durban; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Forensics Investigation Specialist in Durban, responsible for identifying and investigating fraud and irregularities. Applicants must have a Forensics Diploma and 2-3 years of forensics experience, alongside 2 years in insurance. The candidate will assist in internal investigations and provide guidance on forensic matters, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. Offering a dynamic role within forensics with opportunities to influence corrective measures and operational improvements.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in forensics required.
• 2 years of experience in insurance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and investigate fraud and irregularities.
• Contribute to the effective functioning of Forensics.
• Attend internal and external investigations on fraud allegations.

Skills

Forensics analysis

Risk assessment

Report writing

Internal investigation

Education

Forensics Diploma/Degree/B-tech

Tools

Forensics Investigation Certification

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)

Job description

Our client is seeking a Forensics Investigation Specialist. The position is based in Durban and must be able to travel throughout the region. We are inviting applicants / suitably qualified persons to apply.

Should you meet the above requirements, please email your CV to [e-mail] - Copy of ID, qualifications and latest payslip

Purpose

To identify and investigate fraud and irregularities

Main Outputs and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the efficient and effective functioning of Forensics
• Maintain efficient and effective operations in Forensics
• Maintain and update the Forensics Register
• Provide guidance and advice to staff on any issues related to forensics
• Interpret trends on matters investigated and recommend appropriate, corrective and preventative measures(TCF)

Identify fraudulent activities and irregularities

• Identify and analyse risk areas
• Identify modus operandis/trends and advice manager on changes to procedures if required
• Report risk areas such as brokers, policies, agents, permanent staff, etc.) to Forensics manager

Investigate fraudulent activities and irregularities

• Attend to internal and external investigations into allegations of fraud or improper conduct on a case by case basis required with our client
• Investigate actual information on an identified case
• Gather information and proof related documents related to an identified case
• Compile a report with suggestions on corrective action, findings and outcomes
• Liaise with justice system if it is required

Attend to general forensics administration

• Maintain files and record keeping system
• Update in-house system throughout investigation process

Knowledge & Skills

Education

1. Forensics Diploma/Degree/B-tech / Relevant

Technical / Legal Certification

1. Forensics Investigation Certification (Advantage)
2. Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) an advantage

Knowledge

Legislation: LTIA , FAIS , FICA, Companies (not limited)

Experience

• 2-3 years' forensics experience
• 2 years Insurance Experience