Forensic Investigator 2

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Date: 2 Sept 2026

Location: Stellenbosch, ZA

Company: Capitec Bank Ltd

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We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

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Purpose Statement

To develop actionable intelligence that enables Capitec to identify, anticipate and respond to organised and emerging fraud threats. The role supports informed decision-making, proactive risk mitigation and the continuous enhancement of fraud prevention capabilities through intelligence-led investigations, analytics and innovation.

What You'll Be Doing:

Reporting to the Manager: Fusion Centre, As the Forensic Investigator you will be responsible for:

  • Developing actionable intelligence on organised and emerging fraud threats impacting Capitec, its clients and employees.
  • Conducting intelligence-led investigations to identify patterns, trends, vulnerabilities and risks associated with financial crime.
  • Producing clear, evidence-based intelligence products that support informed decision-making, risk mitigation and strategic responses to fraud and financial crime threats.
  • Gathering, analysing and interpreting information from multiple sources to identify emerging risks and opportunities for proactive intervention.
  • Leveraging data analytics, technology and intelligence frameworks to enhance fraud detection, prevention and response capabilities.
  • Contributing to the continuous improvement of investigative methodologies, intelligence practices and fraud management capabilities.
  • Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen intelligence-sharing, threat awareness and organisational resilience.
  • Supporting the Fusion Centre in anticipating, detecting and responding effectively to the evolving financial crime landscape.

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications

  • Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate or National Certificate Vocational).
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Law, Criminology, Forensic Investigation, Risk Management or a related field.

Ideal Requirements

Qualifications

  • Degree in Law, Finance, Forensic Investigation
  • Criminology, Accounting, Risk Management or a related field

Experience

  • Minimum 3+ years' experience in as a Specialist Investigator, Forensic Investigator, Intelligence Analyst, Fraud Investigator or Audit-related role.
  • Experience utilising data analytics tools such as SQL, Python or similar technologies to analyse data and identify trends, anomalies and risks.
  • Proven experience as a Forensic Investigator, Intelligence Analyst or Auditor within the Financial Services industry.
  • Experience conducting complex investigations involving fraud, financial crime and organised criminal activity.

Knowledge

Minimum:

  • Investigation methods and procedures  
  • Criminal law and law of evidence of the judicial process

 

Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.