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Apprentice Counter Fraud Investigator
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Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council,
We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice to start their career in counter fraud investigation.
The Council’s Counter Fraud and Investigation Team undertake a wide range of activities including preventing illegal subletting of our social housing properties, making anti-money laundering enquiries to verify the identity of individuals and organisations, and investigating a wide range of instances of suspected fraud. All our work is done to a high standard to support criminal prosecution in instances where fraud can be proven.
You will be responsible to a Senior Investigator and will undertake a two year programme of work and studies. This will include supporting and participating in a range of investigations and other counter fraud work for Solihull Council or other organisations. Alongside learning on the job, you will be working with experienced colleagues and studying towards a level 4 qualification in counter fraud investigation. Further details of this apprenticeship can be found here:
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Counter fraud investigator / Skills England
The role is varied and will include:
- Maintain case files and produce investigation plans;
- Attend and undertake investigative interviews;
- Prepare notes of discussions and witness statements;
- Prepare files, applications and orders for court;
- Obtain, record and present evidence in court proceedings as required;
- Prepare concise, accurate and professional reports including relevant evidence to support investigation conclusions.
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The successful candidate will need to have Level 2 English and Mathematics (GCSE grades 9 to 4 or A* to C) as well as administrative experience and working knowledge of I.T. systems including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Experience of dealing with the public face to face is also essential.
This is a 2 year fixed contract to cover the duration of the apprenticeship.
For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact Zoe Covington at zcovingt@solihull.gov.uk
Closing date: Sunday 23 August 2026
Interviews will be held w/c 31 August 2026
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