Forensic Investigations and Disputes (Director)

Deloitte is the world’s number one professional services firm and making an impact is more than what we do. It is why we are here. We bring challenge, curiosity and edge to every project, driving positive progress for our clients, our people, our communities and the planet. This purpose inspires us to work to the highest standards and to tackle the challenges that matter. Number one never stops challenging.

In a market that demands a critical balance between accelerating performance and protecting long-term value, Deloitte stands as the world’s leading professional services firm and a trusted strategic partner. We bring challenge, curiosity, and a provocative edge to every engagement - from high-stakes mergers and acquisitions to complex restructurings, valuations, and forensic investigations. By combining deep industry expertise with a global footprint, we empower our clients to navigate complexity, act decisively, and meet the rising demands for transparency. At Deloitte, we don't just follow conventional thinking; we unlock and preserve value in the moments that matter most.


We offer a competitive starting salary of €110,500.00 for this role, with salary adjustments reflecting your experience level and expertise.
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What type of work will I be doing:

• Assist clients to react quickly to investigate allegations of corporate misconduct, accounting irregularities, fraud, bribery and corruption, including regulatory breaches
• Work with clients to provide pragmatic solutions to manage risk in situations of crisis
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams, collating and assessing evidence as part of investigations
• Lead analysis work and drafting of formal reports in the context of expert witness or investigation assignments
• Work closely with legal counsel and Deloitte multi-disciplinary teams to provide expert services as part of litigation and disputes
• Work closely with our Forensic Technology team to extract and review data to assist in investigations and other complex legal/compliance issues, and assessing/monitoring fraud risk
• Develop new methods and tools to support the high quality and innovative delivery of forensic services to clients
• Work directly with Partners, and effectively in diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognized for their contribution
• Build a broad network of valuable client relationships within the legal and compliance community
• Lead from the front in originating, responding to and converting opportunities for new client engagements

Key skills and prior experience that align well with this position:

• Extensive forensic senior managerial experience in a big four or leading professional accounting firm, or alternatively within a forensic practice of a large corporation or financial services firm
• Membership of a professional accountancy association (e.g. ACA, ACCA)
• Experience leading complex assignments in the areas of investigations, forensic accounting, litigation and disputes
• Proven ability to work in a high-paced environment, to react and adapt to challenging client circumstances, and bring a solutions-focused, pragmatic mindset to clients’ issues
• Experienced in successfully leading diverse teams
• A clear communicator who can distil complex topics and findings into simple, understandable language, in both written and verbal forms
• Someone who brings a technology-first mindset to their work, to create efficiency and improve quality, while preserving integrity and trust
• Mentor and develop forensic professionals at all levels, fostering technical excellence and a collaborative team culture

Who is the Hiring Manager?

The hiring manager is an experienced leader within Deloitte’s Forensic's team, known for a collaborative and supportive leadership style. They value open communication, professional development, and fostering a positive team culture. Their approach balances high standards with empathy, encouraging innovation and continuous learning while maintaining a strong commitment to client service excellence and operational integrity.

Where is this role based?

This role is based in Deloitte’s offices in Dublin, offering a flexible working model that includes hybrid arrangements. For more details on our working environment, please visit the Deloitte Works webpage.

 

If you meet most of the criteria above, we encourage you to apply. Deloitte is an equal opportunities employer and will ensure that any reasonable accommodations are implemented throughout the recruitment and selection process.

What we offer

Your reward at Deloitte is competitive, purpose driven and designed to support your growth. It is more than salary. We invest in your personal and professional development, empower your work life balance and offer benefits that support you at every stage of life. These include health and wellbeing supports, pension and savings options, training and coaching and enhanced leave options.