Senior Manager - Forensic Investigation

As a member of the Business Integrity team at WPP, your role will involve managing forensic investigations, particularly focusing on AFBAC (anti-fraud, bribery and corruption) risks, financial crime, supply chain risk, cultural risks, whistleblowing, and control environments. You will report to the WPP Head of Investigations based in London, who in turn reports to the WPP General Counsel, Corporate Risk, and finally to the WPP Group Chief Counsel. You will be responsible for: - Identifying, obtaining, and reviewing relevant email data sets to assist in the progression of investigations. - Identifying, obtaining, and reviewing relevant financial data to assist in the progression of investigations. - Reviewing high-risk issues through data analysis. - Generating findings and recommendations based on the above activities. Supporting the WPP General Counsel, Corporate Risk, and Head of Investigations in thoroughly and promptly investigating and remediating all issues. Collaborating with other WPP and regional departments to achieve the objectives of the role. Reporting areas of concern arising from the work performed. Qualifications Required: - Significant forensic investigative experience, preferably with exposure to financial crime. - Ability to review and analyze financial data to identify risks and concerns. - Proficiency in analyzing large data sets to identify key trends and findings efficiently. - Experience with e-discovery systems and creating digital review structures for data analysis. - Knowledge of leveraging AI and machine learning tools for forensic investigations. - Strong written and verbal presentation skills to deliver results in a commercial environment. - Problem-solving skills to identify and solve issues without a pre-determined program. - Familiarity with chain of evidence procedures and ensuring confidentiality of sensitive material. - Ability to manage and prioritize a varied case load effectively and oversee a team to perform at a high standard. - Professional background with ACA or equivalent qualifications beneficial. In addition to the above, you should possess personal qualities such as being assertive, ethical, principled, and passionate about the work. You should be a good communicator, listener, and relationship builder with a pragmatic and robust approach to problem-solving.,