Guy Higgs

Special Investigation Expert

35+ years’ experience in law enforcement and corporate investigations, leading sensitive cases of fraud, bribery, corruption, harassment, discrimination, and misconduct across more than 70 countries.
Masters degree in Corruption & Governance (Merit), Fraud Examiner (CFE) and contributor to ISO 37008 Internal Investigations standard, bringing recognized authority in investigative excellence.
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and contributor to ISO 37008 Internal Investigations standard, bringing recognized authority in investigative excellence.
Extensive experience in designing and managing whistleblowing programs, anti-fraud policies, anti-corruption frameworks, and case management systems.
Proven ability to lead and mentor global investigation teams, ensuring consistency, fairness, and independence in investigations.
Strong collaboration with Legal, Compliance, HR, Security, and external regulators, ensuring compliance with FCPA, UK Bribery Act, GDPR, and global standards.

Last 3 projects

09/2021 – 04/2025	TÜV Rheinland	Global Expert Compliance Investigations – Led global compliance investigations, implemented NAVEX whistleblowing platform, conducted high-risk fraud/corruption investigations (Mexico, Brazil, India, Poland), trained HR & Compliance teams
06/2018 – 04/2021	Equifax	Senior Manager Investigations – Europe & India – Directed investigations into fraud, corruption, harassment, whistleblower retaliation; enhanced insider threat programs; supported ISO 27001 and GDPR compliance
01/2015 – 02/2028	VEON	Director Investigations HQ & Emerging Markets – Managed bribery, fraud, and misconduct cases in emerging markets; collaborated with DOJ and Dutch authorities on FCPA-related cases; implemented case management and forensics tools

Global Investigations Leadership – Leading complex, multi-jurisdictional cases across industries
Anti-Corruption & Fraud Risk Management – Designing anti-bribery, fraud, and compliance frameworks.
Cross-Functional & Regulatory Engagement – Partnering with Compliance, HR, Legal, Security, regulators, and law enforcement
AI-driven investigative technologies