Forensic Investigator III at Capitec Bank

What you'll do

• Lead end-to-end investigations into complex fraud, from planning objectives and mapping the modus operandi through to evidence gathering, forensic reporting and criminal case initiation 
• Identify control gaps and recommend practical preventative measures that stop losses before they grow 
• Set investigation standards for the team, review work quality and ensure every case is handled consistently and thoroughly 
• Provide executive-level reporting on fraud trends, actions taken and recommended changes to policy and process 
• Build and maintain working relationships with law enforcement and industry stakeholders to see cases through to outcome 
• Mentor and develop team members, coaching them on methods, frameworks and best practice so the team gets better every day 

What we're looking for

• At least 6 years' experience as a specialist investigator or forensic auditor 
• At least 6 years in banking crime investigation (strongly preferred) 
• A relevant degree in Law or Finance 
• Solid grounding in investigation methods and the intelligence process 
• Familiarity with the South African banking industry 
• The ability to absorb unstructured, ambiguous information and translate it into clear, structured findings quickly 
• Strong written and verbal communication — you can write a detailed forensic report and share your findings confidently with internal and external stakeholders 
• Organised and conscientious — you keep track of a lot, and nothing slips 
• Some people management or team leadership experience (advantageous) 
• Computer literacy in MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook 
• A genuine commitment to developing people and raising the standard of the team around you 

Conditions of Employment

• Clear criminal and credit record