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Since 2005, we’ve helped companies, governments and private individuals solve some of their most complex challenges. \nWe’ve been able to do this because of our outstanding people. We’re committed to developing sharp, curious, driven individuals who want to think critically, solve complex problems, and achieve success. \nBut we also know that work isn’t everything. It’s about the lives and careers it helps us build. We’re immensely proud of this culture and we invest in our people’s wellbeing, learning, and ideas every day. \nWe’re excited you’re thinking about joining us. \nTHE ROLE \nThe successful candidate will lead on the delivery of forensic investigations as well as playing an important part in developing S-RM’s Digital Forensics team. They will bring in-depth technical expertise, client management and communication skills to effectively deliver complex projects to multinational corporate and private clients. \nThe key areas of responsibility will be: \nTechnical forensic acquisition and analysis \nPerform forensic preservation of digital evidence in accordance with best practice and recognised standards, maintaining chain of custody, and contemporaneous record keeping. \nConduct in-depth forensic analysis across a wide range of digital sources; including but not limited to Windows and MacOS computers, iOS and Android mobile devices, enterprise and personal cloud platforms, and proprietory applications. \nClient and project management \nAct as the lead on forensic investigations from scoping through to delivery, including defining deliverables, forensic methodologies, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements. \nManage client relationships, including scoping engagements, setting expectations, communicating findings, and presenting conclusions to board-level executives and legal counsel. \nDeliver clear, concise, and defensible findings through high-quality written reports and verbal briefings, including responding to questions from senior stakeholders. \nAdditional responsibilities depending on experience may include: \nResearch and testing: Conduct in-depth research and testing of new technologies, devices and platforms as part of investigations that are bespoke in nature and involve novel technologies. \nPractice development: Develop and document processes for preserving and analysing evidence from new sources to ensure the team is kept up to date on the latest capabilities. \nMentoring: Manage junior colleagues and uphold quality standards across the team. \nWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR\nCandidates with the following qualifications and experience are likely to succeed as an Associate at S-RM. \nThat said, if you don’t think you meet all of the criteria below but still are interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box-we’re looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas and have interest and capabilities in others. \nWe nurture a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion and we are dedicated to developing a workforce that displays a variety of talents, experiences and perspectives. \nWe’re looking for: \nExperience and background \nA minimum of 3 years professional experience, ideally servicing private sector clients in forensic and intelligence consulting or technical investigations. \nThis requirement is a guide, ultimately we are looking for notable experience in this industry, please feel free to apply if you have close to, or significantly more experience than is listed. \nA Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited university. Relevant disciplines include any STEM or other analytical subjects. \nDemonstrable experience conducting forensic analysis and managing client communications, including scoping cases, updating clients, and delivering complex analysis under tight deadlines. \nExperience supporting litigation, regulatory and/or internal investigations, including interaction with legal counsel and external senior stakeholders. \nExperience writing forensic reports including methodologies, technical findings, and conclusions. \nThe candidate will need to have the following key personal attributes to perform successfully in this role: \nOutstanding interpersonal skills, honesty and reliability; \nAn inquisitive nature and excellent attention to detail; \nA proactive mindset and a willingness to work outside the job specification when required; \nA creative approach to answering client questions and solving problems; \nAn ability to thrive under pressure and work to tight deadlines. \nTechnical and investigative capability \nFamiliarity with digital forensics techniques including but not limited to: \nForensic preservation methodologies including the ACPO guidelines, chain of custody, and contemporaneous record keeping; \nWindows and MacOS forensic acquisition and analysis; \niOS and Android forensic acquisition and analysis; \nThird-party applications such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal; \nCloud hosted environments such as iCloud, Google, and social media platforms. \nFamiliarity with digital forensics analysis tools including Cellebrite, Oxygen, AXIOM, X-Ways, FTK, etc. \nExperience conducting investigations involving corporate environments (e.g. Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, AWS). \nExperience conducting forensic analysis and leading the technical investigation for cases including: \nIntellectual property theft; \nFraud and other financial crime; \nDefamation and reputation damage; \nEmployee misconduct and workplace investigations; \nBribery and corruption; \nAuthenticity disputes. \nAll candidates must have permission to work in the UK by the start of their employment. \nThe role will be based in our London office. 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