Senior Forensic Investigator

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It's what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected.

As a Senior Forensic Investigator with EFI Global UK, you'll play a pivotal role in uncovering the causes behind complex incidents. You'll investigate fire and explosion incidents across domestic, commercial, and industrial settings, including complex and high-value losses. Your responsibilities will include:

• Determining the origin, cause, and development of fires through systematic scene examination, evidence collection, witness interviews, and scientific analysis
• Working closely with senior investigators, insurers, loss adjusters, solicitors, and other stakeholders to provide impartial, evidence-based conclusions
• Attending fire scenes throughout the UK, documenting findings, examining electrical and mechanical appliances, recovering evidence, and assisting in developing robust technical conclusions
• Providing expert witness services, presenting technical findings confidently and objectively to non-technical audiences

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• A degree-level qualification in a relevant discipline, such as Fire Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Forensic Science, or equivalent industry experience
• Demonstrable experience investigating the origin and cause of fire and explosion incidents
• Sound understanding of fire dynamics, fire development, fire scene examination, and evidence preservation techniques
• Ability to analyze complex technical information and develop evidence-based conclusions
• Experience producing clear, detailed, and impartial technical reports suitable for clients, insurers, and legal proceedings
• Full UK driving license

In return, you'll receive:

• Competitive salary based on skills, experience, and qualifications
• 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 program for employee wellbeing
• Wellbeing and digital GP apps
• Group Income Protection

This is an ideal opportunity for individuals with a background in fire investigation who are keen to build a rewarding career in forensic consultancy.