Digital Forensic Mobile Phone Specialist based in Durham

Keith Borer Consultants is a leading name in Forensic Science Consultancy and Expert Witness services. We are looking for an experienced Mobile Device Specialist to join the existing team at our Durham office.

The role involves:

• Forensic examination of mobile devices and cloud data
• Repairing damaged devices in order to facilitate their forensic examination
• Preparing written reports which are accurate and easy to understand
• Peer reviewing the reports of colleagues
• Communicating directly with customers to establish requirements and provide estimates
• Advising Counsel, preparing joint expert statements and presenting evidence at Court
• Assisting in progressing towards ISO 17025 accreditation

To be considered for this role you must have relevant subject-specific experience and be up-to-date with advances in this field. A relevant degree or qualifications targeted at this type of role would be advantageous but not essential if appropriate experience can be demonstrated. You will also be organised and diligent, self-motivated, and able to take responsibility for your own workload. You will need excellent verbal and written communication skills, to be a critical thinker and to have good attention to detail. The ability to work efficiently and effectively, irrespective of deadlines, is essential.

The position can be offered on a full or part-time basis, with hours to be agreed between 08:00 and 17:30 Monday to Friday. Travel throughout the UK, Republic of Ireland and occasionally further afield is to be expected; flexibility will be required to accommodate this. A full UK driving licence is required.

Keith Borer Consultants prides itself on providing a supportive and nurturing working environment for all staff. Consultants are supported by Logistic Administrators who assist with day-to-day case management, and by a designated Team Leader and Mentor who are on hand to help with any operational challenges. Continuous Professional Development is actively promoted through in-house knowledge sharing and participation in external courses where appropriate.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer the following benefits:

• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Pension Scheme (7.5% employer contribution with a minimum of 2.5% employee contribution)
• Life assurance (Death in Service 4x base salary)
• Private Healthcare with Aviva (optional)
• Perkbox Membership (Provides access to a wide range of high street discounts)
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Interested candidates should send a CV and covering letter via the vacancies tab on the Keith Borer Consultants website; www.keithborer.co.uk.

Due to the nature of the work we undertake, all applicants must have lived in the UK continuously for the past five years for security clearance due to residency criteria, and will be required to gain and retain security clearance which we will arrange. There is also a requirement to consent to routine psychological screening.

Keith Borer Consultants is part of Orchid Cellmark Ltd. Company information can be found at www.keithborer.co.uk.