Forensic Investigator

Staff Level

 

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

 Job Description

To effectively managing his/her own work in an independent manner to ensure adherence to agreed SLA’s, meeting departmental and Quality requirements. This extends to but not limited the Short Term Insurance environment whereby the investigator will be responsible for investigations requested by Discovery Insure Management, other business units within the Discovery Group.

Job responsibilities

Accountable for independently leading and conducting his/her own quality investigations Supportive role to management in Implementing fraud prevention programs and creating awareness with role-players Highly developed analytical and investigative skills with consistent high performance Handle own administrative functions required independently and/or with minimal support Relationship building with internal and external clients to achieve objectives. Knowledge of the relevant business process impacted by the investigation. Interviewing of staff / providers. Drafting off Affidavits and opening SAPS cases. Provide feedback on investigations to management by means of an Investigation Report.

 

Work Experience

Grade 12 5 years’ experience in forensic investigations with specific reference to Short Term Insurance investigations / processes. Understanding business processes / risk or internal audit background. CFE qualification is advantageous Previous South African Police Service experience / detective

 

Education / Qualifications / Accreditations with Professional Body

CFE qualification Grade 12 NQF 6 or higher qualification in Criminal Justice / Law CFE Qualification

 

Technical Skills or Knowledge

Commitment to get the job done  Good verbal and writing skills Negotiable Demonstrate commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace Plans activities and projects well in advance and takes account of possible changing circumstances Easily establishes good relationships with customers and peers Ability to communicate clearly and concisely Assertiveness Takes initiative and works under own direction Keeps emotions under control during difficult situations Diplomatic Judgment and good decision making Encourages others to value team culture Adaptable to new ways of doing business Conflict management

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY   
                             
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.