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Job Description

Old Mutual Group Forensic Services (GFS) is mandated to not only investigate allegations of fraud, corruption and misconduct, but also to support business in managing fraud risk via transaction analysis and pro-active measures. This role will be responsible for the execution of best operating practices within the Forensics field as you carry out forensics’ investigations in complex investigations. Opportunities will exist to participate in multi-disciplinary project teams to drive the shift towards a more proactive forensic function

Key Result Areas

Prioritising, planning and execution of forensic work, including the identification of key findings/recommendations.  This includes the complete and accurate identification of risk & control breakdowns and consideration of practical pro-active measures that could be implemented to avoid a re-occurrence.

Maintenance of evidentiary material to support the findings and the contents of the electronic case/project management system.

Drafts reports with findings and recommendations

Follows- up all recommendations made to business.

Manages client and stakeholder relationships without supervision, including providing regular feedback to stakeholders.

Creates a climate for optimal performance.

Makes increased contributions by broadening skills and knowledge.

Plans, executes investigations/ projects with minimum supervision

Maintains accurate and complete information of forensic work on the electronic case management system.

Manages client and stakeholder relationships.

Accountable for service delivery through own efforts.

Making increased contributions by broadening individual skills.

Collaborating effectively with others to achieve personal results.

Accepting and living the company values.

Requirements: Skills, Qualifications and Experience required

Matric/Grade 12

3-year qualification or equivalent in Forensic related field or Risk Management is required.

Legal background (LLB) will be an advantage.

3-5 years working experience in the field of Forensic investigations is a pre-requisite.

Has a detailed knowledge of the financial services industry, criminal law, labour law and specific technical requirements.

At least 2 years’ Forensic experience in working in a corporate environment is (also) essential.

At least 2 years’ experience in claims assessment and/or investigations (funeral, life & disability) will be advantageous.

Must have great report writing skills and be proficient in Excel and Word

Engages on the right level to obtain business context during investigation.

Key behavioural skills and attributes that would make a candidate successful in this role:

Ability to handle a constantly changing legislative environment

Excellent inter-personal skills, including influencing skills

Ability to collaborate effectively with others to achieve personal and team results

Good business acumen and insight

A self-starter, with the ability to show initiative and work with minimal guidance

Capacity to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Solution-driven, passionate and energetic

Possesses a strong sense of ownership and initiative as well as a proactive mind-set

Please note that the appointment may be made at a lower role size depending on the successful candidates’ experience and exam progress.

Skills

Education

Bachelors Degree (B) (Required)

Closing Date

19 September 2024

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

Old Mutual Limited is pro-vaccination and encourages its workforce to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

All prospective employees are required to disclose their vaccination status as part of the recruitment process.

Please refer to the Old Mutual’s Covid-19 vaccination policy for further detail. Kindly note that Old Mutual reserves the right to reinstate the requirement to vaccinate at any point if it is of the view that it is imperative to do so.

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