Analyst - Forensic Expert Witness

Analyst – Forensic Expert Witness (London, England, United Kingdom)

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland invites applications for a dedicated Analyst to join our Advisory Division. The role supports forensic expert witness work, contributing to claims, contract administration, and project analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in running small‑scale projects or specific components of larger projects under senior supervision.
• Conduct initial analysis and review of construction project records and documentation.
• Support senior staff in evaluating claims related to loss, disruption, and prolongation.
• Assist in assessing the impact of changes on construction projects.
• Contribute to the analysis of various types of construction claims under guidance.
• Support the review and interpretation of different construction contract suites (JCT, NEC, FIDIC).
• Assist in understanding and applying ADR procedures relevant to expert witness work.
• Draft sections of claim and expert witness reports under senior supervision.
• Organise and analyse construction records and project documentation.
• Prepare supporting materials and exhibits for expert reports.
• Communicate confidently with clients and participate in internal project meetings.
• Maintain accurate time recording, project documentation and support project administration.
• Ensure work output meets quality standards under supervision and seek guidance from senior team members.
• Participate in knowledge sharing and continuously develop understanding of expert witness procedures and methodologies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Recently qualified or with relevant experience in construction claims and forensic analysis.
• Understanding of the method of loss (claims) and principles of disruption and prolongation.
• Knowledge of different suites of construction contracts and ADR procedures.
• Familiarity with construction records and the ability to produce draft claim/expert reports.
• Ability to liaise and communicate confidently with project and client teams.
• Productive team member needing limited supervision in various service areas.

About Advisory

Our modern, open‑plan workspace encourages sharing of skills and knowledge in a friendly and sociable environment. The advisory team provides opportunities to vary workloads and explore end‑to‑end industry sectors.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days holiday with the option to buy more.
• Electric car scheme.
• Employee recognition schemes, family‑friendly support and discounts app.
• Employee assistance programme and enhanced pension.
• Disability Confident accreditation.

Equal Opportunity

Socotec UK are proud to be Disability Confident accredited. We promote inclusivity, encourage individuality and maintain a zero‑tolerance policy to discrimination. Every team member will thrive both in and out of the workplace.

Application

Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.