David Jefferies

David Jefferies
David Jefferies

David Jefferies

David has an extensive background in the public and private sectors with experience at board level in the management of prevention, detection, investigation and prosecution of financial crime, bribery and corruption, and money laundering. He has first-hand experience in IT investigations, surveillance management and forensic document analysis and undertaking criminal profiling projects utilising psychological and geographical profiling techniques. In addition, his skills include project management of evidence gathering conducted to the highest standards in accordance with legal requirements. Compiling and assimilating packages evidence packages, including witness statements and particulars of claim.

David is a specialist in interviewing skills, including investigative interviewing of suspects and witnesses. He is well-versed in Financial Crime Policy, having devised, created, and introduced policies and methodologies in a major plc as well as central UK Government departments. An experienced and competent presenter and trainer. I have devised, written and undertaken presentations and training sessions at all levels in the UK and internationally.

David has successfully led and managed many internal investigations, including staff, supplier, and intermediary-centred cases throughout the UK and internationally. He has been responsible for the successful prosecution of individuals, recovery of losses and disciplinary action against employees. He was instrumental in setting up a specialist forensic audit team within an investigations department.=

Following his successful career in financial crime prevention, detection and investigation, David set up his own company providing specialist consultancy in all matters concerning financial crime. David has worked with a number of clients providing services including Awareness training, investigation and detection, policy writing, support to board level, and sitting on boards in the capacity of non-executive director.            

  • David’s experience encompasses a wide gamut of skills, including:

  • Managing financial crime investigations ranging from simple to complex and high value within agreed budgets and timeframes.

  • Providing detailed written investigation reports and expert advice on financial crime to senior management.

  • Presenting findings at ‘C’ level for major plc and blue-chip organisations.

  • Providing expert opinion and advice to corporate clients.

  • Devising and producing fraud and investigations policy and methodology.

  • Undertaking analysis and profiling of a wide variety of corporate crimes.

  • Coordinating with law enforcement and lawyers to ensure successful sanctions and recovery.

  • Appearing in court during criminal and civil hearings giving evidence in support of legal action.

  • Leading a series of forensic audits in Asia, Europe, Canada, and the United States.

  • Devising and delivering complex financial multi-day inter-active crime training globally.

  • Attending negotiations as part of alternative dispute resolution hearings.

  • Presenting evidence in support of disciplinary hearings.