The Company

　　Are you looking to join an organisation that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

　　J.S. Held is a global consulting firm providing technical, scientific, and financial expertise across all assets and value at risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organisations facing high-stakes events demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations. We have over 100 locations worldwide. We are highly committed to all members of our community, both employees and clients. Our organisation focuses on promoting a sense of community and inspiring our people to achieve results that exceed goals.

　　Job Description

　　J.S. Held is searching for a Senior Director to join our newly created EMEA Forensic Accounting (Disputes and Investigations) practice based out of London covering the UK/EMEA region. Our EMEA Forensic Accounting practice is at an exciting stage of accelerated growth.

　　We are seeking an experienced hands on Forensic Accounting leader play an active part in leading and growing our practice in the UK and EMEA. Reporting into the a recently appointed Forensic Accounting Senior Managing Director, the ideal candidate will have a demonstrable track record in leading teams and delivering high impact transformation projects for clients. The ideal candidate will provide expert-level guidance, utilising both technical and business diagnostic skills on all areas of forensic accounting and disputes/investigations management to clients across industries, geographies and organisational structures.

　　Responsibilities

　　Support and develop the growing Forensic Accounting team in the UK, reporting into the Forensic Accounting Senior Managing Director

　　Courage to support and the ability to develop the Forensic Accounting practice from the ground up.

　　Build the eminence of the practice and in conjunction with the Senior Managing Director develop a go-to-market strategy based upon an existing network of client relationships.

　　Lead and support engagements for clients across EMEA.

　　Lead on proposal writing and proposal delivery; understand the client’s requirements, objectives and timeframes.

　　Generate new business leads and business relationships across the spectrum of J.S. Held’s offerings. This will include attending industry events and producing relevant thought leadership content.

　　Identify internal opportunities to provide the BI practice’s suite of services to existing J.S. Held clients. Identify external opportunities to incorporate J.S. Held’s internal expertise on existing BI projects.

　　Identify new research tools and information sources to enhance the overall offering.

　　Additional Qualifications

　　Significant experience of working in an forensic accounting function, including significant experience in a client facing role

　　Experience working with consulting clients across multiple sectors, with a track record of generating and managing client relationships.

　　Experience working in an international environment; understanding the importance of cross border collaboration and synergy.

　　BA or higher, preferably in a subject that requires strong written skills and the ability to synthesize large amounts of information.

　　Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of programs.

　　Able to communicate verbally and in concise written reports and presentations

　　Ability to work with and communicate with both technical representatives and executives

　　Attributes & Background

　　A Bachelor’s or graduate degree with a major in accounting, finance or economics or a related field

　　Experience of public accounting or closely related field; with experience in forensic accounting

　　Leadership experience in a consulting practice

　　A track record of business development success

　　A portfolio of published thought leadership

　　Courage to lead and the ability and ambition to build a business from a standing start

　　Excellent Team, Risk and Project Management skillset

　　Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

　　Willingness and flexibility to travel as required

　　Some of the Benefits We Have Include:

　　J.S. Held understands all of our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

　　Competitive basic salary and compensation schemes

　　Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed.

　　Generous Annual Leave Policy

　　Competitive Pension scheme

　　Comprehensive Medical Insurance plus many other benefits

　　J.S. Held is dedicated to becoming the global leader in providing multi-disciplinary consulting services to the construction, government, healthcare, industrial, insurance, energy, legal, and technology, communities. We have diverse practice areas including Construction Advisory, Forensic Accounting & Economics, Forensic Architecture & Engineering, Surety, Environmental Health & Safety, Equipment, Toxicology, and Building & Property Consulting, among other disciplines. J.S. Held is devoted to recruiting and cultivating top industry talent to build a collaborative and diverse team of experts. We leverage our experience to provide local, cost-efficient solutions and an unrivalled client experience. We embrace diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!

　　Please explore what we’re all about at . We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities/Affirmative Action employer.

　　Department

　　Financial Investigations : Global Investigations

　　Employment Type

　　Full Time

　　Minimum Experience

　　Senior Manager/Supervisor