Forensic Investigator

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Forensic Investigator

EFI Global UK offer fully impartial expert opinion on forensic investigations. We receive instructions from insurance companies, their principals, brokers, as well as direct appointments by loss adjusters, Local and National Governments, companies and individuals. Since 2018 we are supported by the international expertise, experience and excellent service delivery that the EFI Global Inc and Sedgwick Group provides.

Due to continued growth, we now have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Forensic Investigator conversant with investigations of a wide range of incidents, including (but not limited to) escapes of water, component failures, personal injury, fires and explosions. Our clients require clear and accurate technical advice and assistance with determining the cause of the incident, sometimes at very short notice.

This is a diverse and challenging position that will involve the investigation of a wide range of incidents in domestic and commercial settings, ranging from low value insurance claims through to high value claims involving large marine losses. You will visit incident locations to interview witnesses and to gather material evidence. The work will often require you to examine failed components and other physical evidence in a laboratory environment. There is a practical element to the job in that occasionally you may be required to carefully dismantle machinery, equipment or component assemblies in a systematic manner to obtain the evidence that you require to determine the cause of the failure, fire or explosion. This practical aspect of the work also extends to the requirement to devise and possibly undertake tests, often with outside agencies or contractors, as and when the need arises.

The incumbent will investigate claims and carry out investigations to agreed fee targets while also working with other team members to raise awareness of the team`s expertise.

This role is based in the North West England region.

You will have:

Expert understanding of the Principles of Engineering: a blend of thorough knowledge and practical application.
Law enforcement, firefighting, or other investigative training or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Prepared and delivered investigation and expert witness work.
Experience in working with approved documents, associated codes and standards relevant to the job role.
A high level of interpersonal skills including the ability to motivate and inspire confidence in others.
Must be flexible, able to work occasional long hours and remain motivated.
The ability to plan and organise
IT skills commensurate with the position
Full UK driving license (essential)
Insurance industry experience is not essential as training can be provided

What will you get for this role?

Competitive salary depending on skills, experience and qualifications
Company car/allowance
Flexible working for most vacancies
Healthcare scheme
A Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme
Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays
Discounts on various products and services
Employee assistance programme for employee wellbeing
Life assurance
Group Income Protection
Voluntary benefits – dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, welling and digital GP applications

Working at Sedgwick

Our company is a place where creative and caring people of all backgrounds can be challenged, grow as individuals, and feel a higher purpose in the unique value they bring and the difference they make in the lives of others. We celebrate our differences; cultivating uniqueness and belonging allows us to connect with our consumers on a personal level, understand our clients’ needs, support the communities in which we operate, and perform at our best.

We’re passionate and understanding about our colleagues – so we have built flexibility into our colleague working model. If you wish to work from home, split your working time between the home and office or change your hours so you can collect your children or care for someone in your family, we’re supportive of that. As a flexible employer, we’re happy to discuss options that take into consideration your personal needs for this position during your interview.

Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to: ID document verification, credit check, address verification, employment verification, employment gap verification, UK DBS, UK financial regulator search, anti-money laundering search, directorship search and global watch list check.

Sedgwick is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. We aim to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the ground of race, colour, nationality, religion, ethnic or national origins, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation or disability.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Sedgwick retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.