Senior Director - Investigation & Disputes
Forward Global is a leading economic intelligence, global advocacy, and cybersecurity firm with operations in Paris, London, Brussels, and Washington DC. Our London office specialises in Litigation and Dispute Support, Corporate Affairs and Corporate Investigations.
Forward Global UK is looking for a Senior Director to join our London Investigation & Disputes team. Ideally suited to a sharp, intellectually curious professional who thrives on complex problem-solving and unpicking truth from nuance.
Key Responsibilities
Lead managing complex investigations, leveraging OSINT, multi-source research, and specialized forensics; pilot external expertise and steer sector-specific analytical methodologies.
Guarantee bulletproof quality control across complex deliverables, maintaining critical foresight and navigating sophisticated legal and regulatory frameworks.
Act as a trusted advisor to C-suite executive clients, presenting key findings, resolving critical issues, and overseeing multi-stream project execution.
Frame key engagement issues, mitigate operational risks, and review work products across all team levels.
Drive adoption and training on advanced databases, investigative tools, and AI prompts while upskilling team members and maintaining group compliance.
Proactively expand key account relationships, lead proposal development, structure engagement pricing, and build brand presence through industry panels and thought leadership.
Line-manage and coach team members—providing growth opportunities for junior staff—and drive optimal resource allocation across the practice.
Align practice operations with broader business goals, optimize engagement profitability, and nurture strategic partner networks.
Required Experience & Skills
Approximately 5+ years of experience in investigations, investigative journalism, intelligence, or a related field.
Exceptional analytical and critical-thinking skills, with a strong eye for detail.
A naturally curious mindset with a genuine enjoyment of solving complex puzzles.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A proven track record in team management
Ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet tight deadlines.
Business travel may be required.
Desirable Qualifications
Additional language skills are a strong advantage.
Experience or interest in forensic accounting and/or cyber investigations is highly desirable.
Familiarity with financial analysis, digital investigations, or complex corporate structures.
Offer
Full-time job in a rewarding environment.
High level of autonomy.
Competitive salary.
37.5 hours per week.
Contact
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their CV on Teamtailor.
Forward Global Group welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who have a right to the work in the United Kingdom. As an equal opportunity employer, the Group promotes an inclusive and diverse work environment.
- Department
- Corporate Intelligence and Investigations
- Location
- Forward Global - London
About Forward Global
Created in 2010, Forward Global is a "Société à Mission" (Public benefit corporation), B Corp™ certified, counting 500 international talents with recognized and diverse expertise.
Thanks to its historical footprint, Forward Global has become a major player in several cutting-edge sectors:
Cybersecurity
Fight against illicit markets and organized crime
Support for litigation and arbitration
Business development
M&A Intelligence
Business ethics and compliance
Public relations
At Forward Global, we believe that risk management, strategic advisory, and public affairs carry a profound responsibility toward society. As a certified French Société à Mission (Public benefit corporation), we have legally enshrined our social, environmental, and ethical objectives into our corporate bylaws. For our teams, this is not a statement of intent—it is a daily compass. It empowers our consultants to navigate complex global challenges with uncompromising ethics and accountability.
Our mission:
To feed strategic thinking
To participate in strengthening the trust that exists between economic actors and civil society
To contribute to strengthening integrity within the framework of the rule of law
B Corp™ Certification: As a certified B Corp, we meet verified, rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency—using business as a force for good.
To learn more about our corporate purpose and to know our environmental and social commitments: Our commitments
Services dedicated to digital, economic, and informational risks. Our mission is to reduce the risks to which executives, companies, and institutions are exposed, support their strategic thinking, and strengthen their strategic positions.
We assist our clients locally and internationally:
In managing sensitive matters (negotiations, litigation, restructurings...)
During growth operations (M&A, international establishment, major projects, governance changes...)
When building a strategic positioning (communication, public affairs, digital...)
In mastering their cyber risks and responding to attacks targeting all critical systems
In the event of a crisis or manifest hostility (fraud, major lawsuits, counterfeiting, hacking, data leaks...)
Let's move Forward!