Senior Consultant, Global Risk & Investigations | Forensic Litigation and Consulting

Who We Are  

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations. 

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you. 

Are you ready to make your impact?

About The Role 

FTI Consulting is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Consultant to join its Forensic Litigation and Consulting (FLC) team in São Paulo, Brazil. This team specializes in conducting corporate investigations, compliance and integrity assessments, and ESG evaluations. It uncovers actionable business intelligence, supports clients in commercial disputes, and provides clear, strategic analysis to help decision-makers mitigate risk, protect assets, and capitalize on opportunities across various jurisdictions.

The team’s expertise includes investigative due diligence, asset tracing, fraud and anti-corruption investigations, litigation support, whistleblower allegations, third-party integrity screening, political risk assessments, and other tailored engagements.

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned, analytically minded professional with excellent writing skills and a strong work ethic. They should have experience working in a commercial environment and demonstrate the ability to take initiative. As a team player, the candidate must effectively engage with senior management, junior analysts, and clients. As a skilled communicator, they should excel at conveying complex ideas clearly and articulating findings to both internal and external audiences. Additionally, the candidate must possess an inquisitive mindset and the ability to think laterally when solving complex problems.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to establish a rewarding career in the consulting industry. As a Senior Consultant in the FLC team, you will also collaborate on cross-segment projects with other FLC teams, such as Forensic Accounting Advisory Services and Data and Analytics. Furthermore, you will work with other FTI Consulting practices, including Strategic Communications, Economic and Financial Consulting, and Technology.

What You’ll Do 

Senior Consultants play a critical role in supporting a diverse range of complex, multi-jurisdictional projects. These include conducting risk assessments, compliance and ESG analyses, investigations, and investigative due diligence.

In this role, Senior Consultants are expected to coordinate and guide the work of junior analysts while also performing independent, high-quality research and analysis. This involves leveraging a variety of search engines and proprietary databases available to the company, all while managing multiple assignments simultaneously.

While collaboration within a team is essential, Senior Consultants are often tasked with independently driving research initiatives forward under the guidance of senior management. This requires flexibility, critical thinking, and the ability to identify and pursue relevant lines of inquiry effectively.

Key responsibilities

• Preparation of client deliverables via oversight of the desktop research
• Coordinate team output by briefing and managing junior staff members and external resources
• Maintenance of case deadlines, and verbal and/or written updates to the client, to ensure the timely reporting of client deliverables
• Involvement in overall case project management and administration
• Support research and drafting of project proposals and broader business development initiatives
• Training and support of junior analysts
• Contribute to identifying and developing resources useful for investigative research
• Consult with and take direction from senior case managers and clients on project status, timing, and deliverables

How You’ll Grow   

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.   

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role. 

What You Will Need To Succeed  

Senior Consultants are exposed to high-profile and intellectually demanding work and need to have the ability to identify key issues, think creatively, and work as part of a team. Strong research and analytical skills are required, together with an eye for detail, and, most importantly, an inquisitive nature coupled with a clear belief in honesty and integrity. Additionally, the following are required:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Law, Economics, Business or International Affairs
• Minimum of 2+ years of post-graduate professional work experience in compliance, ESG policies, investigations or related industry
• Strong writing and verbal communications skills in Portuguese and English
• Ability to travel to clients and FTI office(s) as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven research and analytical skills and a flair for investigative interventions, including a desire to recover information, identify facts and uncover the truth behind complex and opaque situations
• Strong writing and verbal communications skills Spanish
• Knowledge and interest in current affairs relating to several relevant subject areas such as politics, international business and security
• Dynamic mindset and ability to work autonomously without direct supervision

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