Overview
Associate Director/Director – Global Investiga. Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at HKA
Position: Associate Director/ Director – Global Investiga…
HKA is a leading global consultancy in risk mitigation, dispute resolution, expert witness and litigation support. We anticipate, investigate and resolve complex challenges by harnessing world-leading multi-disciplinary expertise and experience.
As trusted independent consultants, experts and advisors, we deliver solutions amid uncertainty, dispute and overrun, and provide the insights that make the best possible outcomes a reality for public and private sector clients worldwide. Our experts have testified across the globe on many of the largest quantum, delay, engineering and commercial damages matters.
As part of the HKA team you can expect:
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A strong collaborative culture focused on growing the investigations practice globally and expanding our presence across Africa.
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The opportunity to join a growing team in Johannesburg and play a key role in shaping the future development of our Investigations practice in the region.
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The opportunity to work with a leadership team that believes in strong mentoring, support, and investment in your long-term career development.
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The opportunity to work on complex and challenging investigative assignments across Africa and internationally, alongside experts from our disputes, economics, forensic accounting, and forensic technology practices.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Director or Director experienced in Global Investigations to join our growing Johannesburg office. This is a strategic role for an experienced investigations professional looking to contribute to the continued growth and development of HKA’s Investigations practice across South Africa and the wider African market.
The successful candidate will lead, manage, and execute investigative assignments across multiple jurisdictions, while working closely with colleagues across our disputes, economics, forensic accounting, and forensic technology teams. Assignments may include corporate investigations, business intelligence, fraud investigations, litigation and arbitration support, asset tracing, and transaction-related due diligence.
Job Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will take responsibility for final team deliverables, contribute to business development efforts, and manage client relationships alongside Partners and Principals within the practice. As a senior member of a growing team, they will also help strengthen our market presence and support the continued development of our Johannesburg office.
Specifically, responsibilities may include:
Project Management and Execution
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Plan, lead, and manage investigative assignments across multiple jurisdictions.
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Supervise and mentor team members, ensuring the delivery of high-quality work.
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Identify key investigative issues, develop appropriate methodologies, and oversee the delivery of complex assignments.
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Manage project timelines, budgets, and quality assurance processes for client deliverables.
Client Development and Service
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Work with practice leadership to build and strengthen relationships with existing and prospective clients.
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Support business development initiatives, including proposal writing, pitch participation, and networking activities.
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Act as a trusted point of contact for clients and assist in presenting findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
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Contribute to the continued growth of HKA’s Investigations practice throughout South Africa and the wider African region.
Company Collaboration
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Actively engage with colleagues across HKA’s global offices and service lines.
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Support practice, office, and corporate initiatives that contribute to the success of the wider business.
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Foster collaboration with disputes, forensic, economics, and technology specialists on multidisciplinary assignments.
Ideally you will possess the following skills and experience:
Essential Requirements
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10+ years’ experience in investigations, including areas such as asset tracing, litigation support, fraud investigations, business intelligence, due diligence, and related advisory work.
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Strong preference for candidates that have experience in financial crime and non-financial misconduct investigations experience.
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Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a…
Title: Associate Director/Director – Global Investiga.
Company: HKA
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
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