Counter Fraud Investigations

Join a newly established Counter Fraud investigations team at an exciting stage of its growth, with a real opportunity to shape how the function develops. You'll lead sensitive internal and external investigations and help build a trusted, high-performing service that protects our organisation, our residents and our assets.

What You'll Do

• Lead sensitive internal and external Counter Fraud investigations that are proportionate, well-evidenced and outcome-focused
• Deliver proactive and reactive casework across internal fraud, anti-money laundering, whistleblowing and other complex matters
• Carry out desktop investigations using relevant systems and tools to develop intelligence
• Use data matching, analytics and gap analysis to spot trends, emerging risks and control weaknesses
• Lead projects that strengthen our Counter Fraud response
• Give expert advice to colleagues and stakeholders on fraud risks, controls and investigation approaches
• Help create and update policies, procedures and guidance
• Deliver training and awareness activity to build a strong prevention culture
• Support day-to-day admin, including monitoring shared mailboxes and triaging referrals
• Help the manager develop and expand the investigations and prevention function

What You'll Bring

Essential:

• Proven experience of investigations and intelligence analysis in law enforcement, local government, financial services, housing or a similar setting
• Experience of investigating fraud, financial misconduct, AML, whistleblowing or other complex, sensitive matters
• AML investigation experience, including enhanced due diligence and submitting Suspicious Activity Reports to the NCA
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Fraud Act, Prevention of Social Housing Fraud Act, PACE, Data Protection Act, Equality Act, RIPA and Proceeds of Crime legislation
• Experience of interviewing suspects and witnesses, assessing evidence and preparing witness statements for civil or criminal proceedings
• Confident using technology and digital tools for desktop enquiries and intelligence work, and open to new ways of working
• Strong analytical, report writing and communication skills
• Experience of contributing to projects, process improvement, policy development or training
• Ability to support and guide junior colleagues
• ACFS, PIP2 or equivalent qualification, or demonstrable equivalent investigative experience