Senior Managing Director

About The RoleOur Risk and Investigations Practice conducts research and investigations to uncover actionable intelligence and performs value-added analysis to help decision-makers address and mitigate risk, protect assets, and make informed investment decisions to maximize opportunities. Our experts help clients resolve a variety of issues by conducting independent reviews and investigations which include:Fraud investigationsAnti-bribery and foreign corruption (FCPA / UK Bribery Act) investigations and risk assessmentsInvestigations into whistleblower allegationsLitigation and compliance supportDue diligence for mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and cross-border transactionsBusiness intelligenceAssets searchesIntellectual property theft and brand protectionPolitical risk assessmentsWhat You’ll DoProvide strategic leadership across significant and complex engagements, with accountability for overall delivery, quality, commercial performance and client outcomes.Provide senior-level review and direction on expert reports, presentations and other third-party deliverables, ensuring they are robust, clear and fit for purpose.Provide oversight across engagements and case portfolios, ensuring appropriate governance, workflow, staffing and timely completion.Contribute materially to the leadership, strategy and growth of the Risk &Investigation practice through practice development initiatives. Own and develop senior client relationships, acting as a trusted adviser and proactively managing complex issues, expectations, scope, timing and quality.Prepare, review and refine expert reports, presentations and other third-party deliverables, ensuring conclusions are clear, well-supported and responsive to the agreed scope.Drive business development, identify opportunities and expand the professional and client network.What You Will Need to SucceedBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.15 years of relevant professional experience in similar environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with demonstrated ability to draft clear, rigorous expert reports and other complex professional deliverables.Strong attention to detail and the ability to analyse complex financial, accounting, and investigative information.Deep knowledge of litigation, investigations, compliance, fraud, and related regulatory issues.Strong understanding of legal and litigation processes, including court codes of conduct, privilege, discovery, and rules of evidence.Demonstrated experience preparing complex reports for court proceedings, corporate disputes, expert witness matters, and/or fraud investigations.Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex projects or engagements, including responsibility for quality, timelines, resources, and client outcomes.Strong leadership and stakeholder-management capabilities, with the ability to operate credibly with senior clients, legal advisers, and other key stakeholders.Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, supported by detailed knowledge of accounting principles.A proactive, self-directed approach, with the ability to prioritise and perform effectively in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with minimal supervision.Strong work ethic, integrity, sound professional judgement, and a consistently high level of professionalism.Ability and willingness to travel as required