North American Investigations, Diligence and Compliance practice is seeking a Senior Manager based in the U.S. This is a wide-ranging role in the Investigations team with a particular focus on smart contracts and digital asset investigations. The Senior Manager will develop and manage investigations and consulting cases, including client relationships, proposals, consulting and project management, and will have responsibility for quality and case completion and follow-up. An element of the SM’s role is the development of new business and new clients. This role also requires an imaginative and creative thinker with the ability to work to tight deadlines, often balancing a significant and varied caseload. A key interest in crypto business strategy, global events and markets, with an awareness of working across different cultural and political environments, is essential due to the range of cases that will be handled across various industry-sectors.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Generate business through personal and/or professional networks.
• Contribute to the development, management and enhancement of client relationships.
• Plan and manage a broad range of complex investigations, litigation support, regulatory compliance, source of wealth, asset recovery cases, including business intelligence, internal (client) investigations, insider risk compliance assessments, consulting projects and forensic matters, with the support of Kroll’s expert resources.
• Oversee and review the quality of Associates, Associate Managers, and Managers research and analysis on the case, ensuring that Kroll’s high standards are met each time. Provide guidance and feedback on research where necessary.
• Ability to lead information gathering and investigative interviews with a range of stakeholders involved in an investigation
• Experience in producing investigative reports on digital assets for legal proceedings
• Ability to trace digital assets on the blockchain, including through mixing, blockchain bridges and privacy services
• Conduct and document analysis of smart contracts
• Experience gathering clues from open source that assist with attribution, and identifying third parties who hold relevant information for that purpose
• Write well structured, logical and objective reports which present research and analysis in a client-focused manner to address the clients’ central questions and concerns.
• Interface with and present findings to clients.
• Ensure high standards of financial and administrative case management, from case opening through to collection of accounts receivable.
• Generate new ideas and support strategic initiatives to increase the success of the firm through increased revenue and profitability.
• Contribute to the professional development and performance management of team personnel and external resources.
• Build strong working relationships with colleagues across Kroll’s network of offices and various practices.

Essential Traits:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; certifications in digital asset related qualifications an asset
• Certifications in Smart contract investigations and/or blockchain investigations required
• Minimum five (5) years investigative experience with a recognized professional/financial services firm or within the government sector required
• Expert witness testimony team experience, specifically trial support, report writing
• Experience in intelligence analysis within a law enforcement setting e.g. – responding to RFIs, subpoena analysis
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, in English, with the ability to deliver eloquently written and oral reports
• Financial crime (BSA/AML/OFAC/ABC) and regulatory compliance experience considered an asset
• Demonstrate an interest and initiative in developing leads and writing proposals
• Assist in selling and winning new business and cross-selling opportunities
• Serve as a client contact throughout projects and contribute to the management and growth of the client relationship
• Strong analytical, writing and presentation skills, including the ability to summarize information quickly and effectively from multiple sources into concise analytical assessments
• Ability to drive forward and coordinate concurrent projects and tasks and manage competing demands
• Ability to initiate, manage, develop, and maintain client relationships, ensuring that client expectations are met
• Provide project guidance to Associates, Associate Managers, and Managers working on client deliverables
• Flexible team player, with strong interpersonal skills
• Experience working with diverse teams

Your recruiter will be happy to walk you through your U.S.-specific benefits, which include:

• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Time Off and Leave Policies: Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, generous parental and family leave.
• Protective Insurances: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and accident protection.
• Compensation and Rewards: Competitive salary structures, performance-based incentives, and merit-based compensation reviews.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with company matching.

Please note that benefits may vary by region, department and role. We encourage you to speak with your recruiter to learn more about the specific benefits available for your position.

About Kroll

Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions—Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting-edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients’ value? Your journey begins with Kroll.

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We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age or disability.

Salary range for this role is $90,000 - $200,000 USD