Sandra Forson

Financial Crime and Investigations professional with 5+ years' experience within the Metropolitan Police, supporting Economic Crime and Cyber Crime investigations. Skilled in OSINT research, due diligence-style enquiries, identity and data verification, and analysis of financial and behavioural risk indicators. Experienced in producing structured, evidence-based reports to support risk assessment, escalation decisions, and investigative outcomes.

Strong ability to interpret complex intelligence and digital evidence, identify suspicious patterns, and assess linked entities across multiple data sources. Currently transitioning into financial crime and compliance roles, supported by AML training covering KYC/CDD principles, transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting (SAR), sanctions awareness, and regulatory frameworks. Seeking roles in Due Diligence, KYC/KYB, AML, Fraud, and Financial Crime Risk.

Financial Crime & Investigations Analyst at Metropolitan Police Service (2024-05 – Present)

• Conduct financial crime and due diligence-style investigations supporting Economic Crime Unit casework, including analysis of transactional data, digital evidence, and intelligence sources
• Perform OSINT research to identify linked entities, behavioural patterns, and potential fraud or financial crime indicators
• Analyse and verify identity, financial, and intelligence data using internal systems, external databases, and public records
• Produce structured reports outlining findings, risk indicators, inconsistencies, and escalation recommendations
• Support KYC/CDD-relevant investigative enquiries through identity verification and evidential review
• Apply risk-based analysis to assess suspicious activity indicators and support investigative decision-making
• Collaborate with legal, technical, and compliance stakeholders to ensure regulatory and evidential alignment
• Maintain strict adherence to evidential integrity, confidentiality, and information governance standards
• Contribute to improvements in digital investigation workflows and case management processes

Fraud & Financial Crime Analyst (Cyber Risk Analyst & Intelligence Support) at Metropolitan Police Service (2022-03 – 2024-05)

• Investigated fraud, cyber-enabled crime, and financial crime typologies including identity fraud, account takeover, and suspicious transaction patterns
• Conducted intelligence-led analysis using OSINT and structured investigative methods to support case development
• Produced analytical reports and evidential summaries supporting escalation and enforcement decision-making
• Applied structured risk assessment frameworks to prioritise suspicious activity and investigative workload
• Supported digital evidence review and analysis in line with evidential handling and compliance standards
• Collaborated with intelligence units and external stakeholders to support coordinated investigations

Risk & Intelligence Officer (Fraud Prevention & Community Safety) at Metropolitan Police Service (2020-07 – 2022-03)

• Delivered digital safety and fraud awareness education sessions to promote risk awareness and prevention
• Supported safeguarding and diversion initiatives for vulnerable individuals
• Engaged with community stakeholders to identify local risk concerns and support problem-solving initiatives
• Contributed to intelligence gathering and community-based risk identification activities

Legal Secretary & Researcher at Au Set Ua Zet Law Chambers (2013-12 – 2016-06)

• Supported legal operations through case documentation, correspondence management, and administrative coordination
• Conducted legal research to support case preparation and client advisory processes
• Managed confidential legal documentation in line with professional standards
• Gained foundational exposure to legal systems, court processes, and compliance requirements

Graduate Diploma in Law in Law – University of Law (2017-09 – 2021-07)

BSc (Hons) in Business Management – University of Bedfordshire (2017-09 – 2019-09)

BA (Hons) in Criminal Justice – COSTAATT (2014-09 – 2016-07)