Standard Bank Group

Forensic Investigator

Windhoek, Namibia full-time Mid Salary not listed
full-time Mid level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

Company Description
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
Job Description
To conduct in-depth universal forensic investigation services across the Standard Bank Group, in adherence to the Group Investigation framework and standards to ensure financial crime is effectively identified and minimised therefore mitigating the potential for operational losses or reputational damage to the organisation.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Accounting, Forensic Accounting or related Degree
Experience:
3-5 years: Sound experience in the gathering, analysis and reporting of information in order to conduct universal forensic investigations and therefore identify finance related crime.
Behavioural Competencies:
Articulating Information
Examining Information
Following Procedures
Interpreting Data
Providing Insights
Technical Competencies:
Data Management 
Fraud Investigation
Risk Identification
Risk Management
Risk Reporting
Additional Information
Key Impact Areas: 
Capture findings and conclusions in the required reporting format and systems and submit investigation outcomes, trends and recommendations as prescribed by relevant policies and procedures.
Conduct in-depth universal forensic investigations by following the required processes and methodologies as set out in the GIFR framework to ensure that acts of financial crime are identified timeously and investigation are conducted in-line with regulatory requirements, best practices and group standards.
Conduct root cause analysis of financial crime incidents in order to detect gaps in controls and processes and recommend enhancement and track their implementation to mitigate recurrence of similar incidence.
Maintain pro-active awareness of potential financial crime activities and high-risk persons or entities through monitoring of open-source information, industry trends and intelligence in order to contribute to the organisations threat profile.
Provide expert advice and guidance to internal and  external stakeholders regarding universal investigation processes and standards in order for Business Units to effectively manage financial crime.

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Technology & IT Accounting Data Analysis Finance Forensic Investigator Mid level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Forensic Investigator role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Standard Bank Group?
  3. Which of Accounting, Data Analysis and Finance have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with Accounting, Data Analysis and Finance.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Forensic Investigator role because I can bring practical experience in Accounting, Data Analysis and Finance, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Standard Bank Group needs from this hire.

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