Global Head of Forensic Services & Fraud Risk

Old Mutual; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 800 000 - 2 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services leader is seeking a Head of Group Forensic Services to drive strategic leadership and operational excellence across its forensic function. This senior executive role involves overseeing all forensic services, leading a national team of specialists, and ensuring effective fraud prevention and detection strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in forensic investigations and a strong background in leading multidisciplinary teams. A competitive compensation package is provided.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of experience in forensic investigations, fraud risk management, or financial crime management.
• At least 5–10 years in a senior leadership role in a forensic, audit, risk, or financial crime environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the group-aligned forensic strategy.
• Provide executive oversight of all forensic service lines.
• Oversee analytics, automated fraud decisioning models, and detection mechanisms.
• Establish stringent quality control standards and evidence-management protocols.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary forensic team.

Skills

Advanced forensic investigation

Fraud detection methodologies

Digital forensics knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Accounting, Finance, Law, Business

Professional qualification: CA(SA), CFE

Job description

A financial services leader is seeking a Head of Group Forensic Services to drive strategic leadership and operational excellence across its forensic function. This senior executive role involves overseeing all forensic services, leading a national team of specialists, and ensuring effective fraud prevention and detection strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in forensic investigations and a strong background in leading multidisciplinary teams. A competitive compensation package is provided.