Associate Director, Forensics & Compliance Control Risks

As an Associate Director in our Forensics & Compliance practice, you’ll be at the forefront of helping multinational clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes, uncover critical insights, and build resilient compliance frameworks. This is a dual-impact role: you’ll lead high-stakes investigations and compliance engagements while also playing a pivotal role in expanding our commercial footprint across the Americas.

We’re looking for a strategic thinker with a forensic mindset and a commercial edge—someone who thrives on solving problems, building client trust, and driving business growth.

What you’ll do:

Lead with Impact: Manage and deliver complex forensic investigations and compliance projects across sectors, ensuring excellence in execution and client satisfaction.

Be a Trusted Advisor: Engage directly with clients to understand their unique risk profiles and compliance challenges, offering tailored, actionable solutions.

Drive Growth: Identify and pursue new business opportunities, contribute to proposals, and deepen relationships with existing clients to expand our market presence.

Shape the Practice: Collaborate with leadership on strategic initiatives that elevate our brand and capabilities in the forensics and compliance space.

Mentor Future Leaders: Guide and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of curiosity, integrity, and continuous learning.

Requirements

What you bring:

Experience: 8+ years in forensic investigations or compliance consulting, ideally within a professional services or advisory environment.

Expertise: Deep knowledge of investigative methodologies, regulatory frameworks, and risk mitigation strategies.

Commercial Acumen: Proven ability to identify client needs, craft compelling solutions, and contribute to revenue growth. Ideal candidates will have:

• Experience in proposal development and client pitch delivery
• The ability to scope and price engagements with profitability in mind
• Familiarity with CRM tools and pipeline management
• A track record of converting leads into long-term client relationships

Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills; able to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Education: Postgraduate degree in law, finance, forensic accounting, or a related field preferred.

Languages: Fluency in English required; additional languages are a plus.

Mobility: Willingness to travel across the region as needed.