Senior Forensic Investigator

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting.

Join EFI Global UK as a Senior Forensic Investigator and play a pivotal role in uncovering the causes behind complex incidents. This role offers an exciting opportunity to investigate fire and explosion incidents across domestic, commercial, and industrial settings, including complex and high-value losses. You will be responsible for determining the origin, cause and development of fires through systematic scene examination, evidence collection, witness interviews and scientific analysis.

You will work closely with senior investigators, insurers, loss adjusters, solicitors and other stakeholders to provide impartial, evidence-based conclusions. The position combines practical fire scene investigation with technical report writing and analytical assessment. You will attend fire scenes throughout the UK, document findings, examine electrical and mechanical appliances, recover evidence and assist in developing robust technical conclusions.

The role provides excellent opportunities to develop specialist expertise through structured training, mentoring and professional development. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals with a background in fire investigation who are keen to build a rewarding career in forensic consultancy.

You will have/will be:

• Educational background: Degree-level qualification in a relevant discipline, such as Fire Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Forensic Science, or equivalent industry experience.
• Fire Investigation Experience: Demonstrable experience investigating the origin and cause of fire and explosion incidents.
• Analytical & Reporting Skills: Ability to analyse complex technical information and develop evidence-based conclusions.
• Expert Witness Experience: Ability to present technical findings confidently and objectively to non-technical audiences.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with relevant legislation, standards and guidance associated with fire investigation and fire safety.
• Driving licence: Full UK driving license is essential for travel to incident sites and laboratories.
• Insurance industry exposure: Experience in the insurance sector is beneficial but not essential, as training will be provided.

What we’ll give you for this role:

• Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications.
• A Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP).
• Fully funded company vehicle or cash in lieu allowance.
• Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working from our office or your home.
• Private healthcare plan (including pre-existing conditions).
• Life assurance.
• Employee assistance programme for employee wellbeing.
• Voluntary flexible benefits – green car scheme, health assessment, travel insurance, dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan.
• Discounts on various products and services.

This isn't just a position, it's a pivotal role in shaping our industry. At Sedgwick you won't just build your career; you'll cultivate a team of experts. Our Sedgwick University offering empowers you to excel as well as your team members, with the most comprehensive training program in the industry.

Together, we're not only reshaping the forensic investigation landscape, we’re building a legacy of talent. Come and be a catalyst for change within our industry.

Next steps for you: Think we'd be a great match? Apply now – we want to hear from you.

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