Senior Manager - Forensic Accounting

Based within the Forensic Accounting team in London, this role focuses primarily on dispute‑related matters, with exposure to investigations work. The position involves leading complex engagements including litigation, arbitration and financial investigations, acting as a trusted adviser to clients and legal teams. The role includes responsibility for engagement delivery, client relationship management, business development and the development of junior team members, while supporting the continued growth of the Forensic Services practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading forensic accounting engagements, acting as the primary day‑to‑day contact for clients, legal counsel and other key stakeholders.
• Leading the management of complex disputes, investigations and advisory assignments from inception through to conclusion.
• Developing, reviewing and challenging damages and quantum of claim calculations.
• Leading the preparation and review of expert witness and advisory reports.
• Working with Partners and Directors to develop case strategy and provide commercial and technical input throughout engagements.
• Leading dispute‑related matters including contentious business valuations, loss of profits, warranty and indemnity claims and arbitration proceedings.
• Managing a portfolio of engagements to meet deadlines, budget requirements and client expectations.
• Preparing and overseeing budgets, monitoring engagement profitability and managing financial performance.
• Contributing to practice operations including compliance, learning and development, innovation and process improvement initiatives.
• Taking responsibility for the development, mentoring and performance management of junior team members.
• Supporting recruitment activities and helping to build and develop a high‑performing team.
• Leading business development, marketing and networking activities, identifying opportunities to expand client relationships and win new work.
• Maintaining market awareness to identify trends, opportunities and growth initiatives for the practice.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent recognised accountancy qualification.
• Significant experience within a forensic accounting role.
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and client relationships simultaneously.
• Experience leading the preparation and review of expert reports and advisory reports.
• Strong ability to delegate, review work and provide technical guidance to junior team members.
• Ability to balance high‑level analysis with strong attention to detail.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify key issues, assess risks and develop practical solutions.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to identify client needs and business development opportunities.
• Strong stakeholder management and client relationship skills.
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.

Desirable

• Additional training (e.g. expert witness training, Relativity, advanced Excel, valuation training).
• Strong experience of business valuations and complex quantum assessments.
• Established network within the legal, insurance or advisory markets.
• Experience contributing to successful business development initiatives.
• Foreign language skills.
• Legal background.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse culture for our people. We maintain an Equal Opportunities Policy, ensuring that recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on the skills and experience required for our professional services - regardless of ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe every individual should have the opportunity to thrive.