Forensic Investigator: JG: 09: SLS: Forensics: Durban at Sanlam Group

What will make you successful in this role?

• Perform investigations through proper planning, fact-finding by the gathering of information and evidence, as well as the analysis and the identification/linking thereof to transgressions.
• Investigation of the full spectrum of incidents in respect of all the businesses serviced by SLS Forensic Services.
• Compile reports and affidavits concerning irregularities, regulatory transgressions, including criminal conduct and make recommendations for further actions.
• Identification of patterns or tendencies and then make recommendations with reference to implementation of preventative measures and areas of risk.
• Testify at internal, regulatory and criminal proceedings.
• Provide input and assistance to Prosecuting and Regulatory authorities.
• Formulating charges for the Human Resource Department to be included in charge sheet for disciplinary hearing.

Qualification and Experience:

• A relevant tertiary qualification preferably a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Certifications: FP(SA) from Institute of Commercial Forensic Practitioners (ICFP) and/or CFE from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
• 3-5 years fraud investigation experience in the financial services industry, with insurance and claims exposure being beneficial.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Specific knowledge of the environment in which a long-term insurer operates, as well as knowledge of financial institutions in general.
• Sound knowledge of legislation, regulations and legal principles applicable to the financial industry (FAIS, LTIA, FICA, PRECCA, POPIA, Criminal and Civil Procedure Act etc.).
• Thorough knowledge of investigative methodology and techniques.
• Investigation experience in the area of financial crime.
• Stakeholder engagement
• Knowledge and application of digital technology and Open Source Intelligence Tools (OSINT)