Biography

Eddie is a Consultant at FRA based in the London office. Eddie has significant experience of leading multidisciplinary teams of experts in both the public and private sectors. He is highly skilled at managing investigations, eDiscovery and digital forensics matters. He was previously a member of the UK government’s Senior Civil Service, an accredited reviewer of high-risk government projects and an information security accredited practitioner.

He has developed and implemented technology solutions for data handling and evidence management, including extensive international travel to supervise complex data collections, as well as preparing and conducting witness interviews. Engaging on matters concerning governance and compliance, Eddie has been involved in supporting three global corporate compliance monitorships.

Eddie has a wealth of experience of working on criminal, regulatory and internal investigations involving law enforcement and regulators, including the SFO, NCA, FCA, European Commission, SEC, and DOJ. He has managed forensic accounting, eDiscovery and digital forensics projects across Europe, the United States, Africa, and Australia.

Eddie’s experience includes:

  • Forensic Investigation Management (eDiscovery & Forensic Accounting)
  • Business Development
  • Management Board and governance expertise
  • Leadership of major transformational change and reform programmes
  • IT service contract management and IT security accredited practitioner
  • Cross-sector partnership building and stakeholder management
  • International public speaking and the creation and chairing of national working groups

Eddie is ranked in 2019 Digital Forensic Experts - Investigations, Lexology Index. Sources state that FRA Consultant, Eddie Nkune is their "first call for digital forensics in the UK". He "knows his space and adds a tonne of value", as well as being "a pleasure to work with".

Authority experience

Serious Fraud Office (SFO)
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
European Commission (EC)
US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
US Department of Justice (DOJ)
Parquet National Financier (PNF)
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS)
National Crime Agency (NCA)
UK Home Office
Ministry of Defence - UK (MOD)

Awards & Recognition

2019 Digital Forensic Experts - Investigations, Lexology Index

Accreditations

Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM)

Languages

English

News and insights

Article

It’s all about the data – regulatory barriers to cross-border investigations

Event

The Rundle Cup Polo 2024 at Tedworth Park