EY Associate Consultant – Forensics Recruitment 2026
EY is hiring for the Associate Consultant – National – Forensics – Investigations & Compliance position in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The role focuses on forensic investigations, fraud risk assessment, forensic data analysis, compliance, AML, sanctions, internal audit and related client engagements.
EY
About EY
EY is a global professional services organization providing services across assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, transactions and related advisory areas. Its Forensic & Integrity Services teams help organizations investigate issues, manage regulatory challenges and address financial and reputational risks.
Eligibility Criteria
- B.Com: 2–3 years of relevant experience.
- M.Com: 0–1 year of relevant experience.
- MBA: 0–1 year of relevant experience.
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE): An added advantage.
- Relevant exposure may include investigations, cyber forensics, computer forensics, forensic data analysis, fraud risk assessment, AML, sanctions, data privacy, internal audit and process audit.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute client engagements and deliver work within agreed timelines.
- Follow EY's risk-management policies and procedures.
- Understand relevant business and industry trends.
- Identify opportunities to improve client service.
- Suggest ideas to improve engagement efficiency and productivity.
- Communicate effectively with internal and client-facing teams.
- Support teamwork and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Travel when required for client engagements.
Important Skills
- Forensic Investigations
- Cyber / Computer Forensics
- Forensic Data Analysis
- Fraud Risk Assessment
- AML
- Sanctions
- Data Privacy
- Internal Audit
- Process Audit
- Communication
- Client Management
- Problem-solving
Selection Process
EY has not published a complete step-by-step selection process for this vacancy. Candidates should be prepared for evaluation of their relevant forensic, investigation, compliance and audit experience, along with communication, problem-solving and client-management abilities.
Salary and Benefits
Official salary: Competitive.
Approx. salary: ₹7–₹10 LPA (Third-party estimate).
EY states that employees receive access to career-development resources, learning opportunities and an inclusive work environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
B.Com candidates with 2–3 years of relevant experience and M.Com or MBA candidates with 0–1 year of relevant experience can apply.
The position is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Forensic investigations, cyber/computer forensics, forensic data analysis, fraud risk assessment, AML, sanctions and internal audit are among the relevant areas.
EY lists the salary as Competitive. A current third-party estimate puts it at approximately ₹7–₹10 LPA.
No. EY lists Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) as an added advantage rather than a mandatory qualification.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next round of the selection process.