[ref. z39760118] Fraud Investigator - Cambourne

Application Deadline: 25th September 2024

About the Role

You will utilise your investigative skills to ensure cases are resolved fairly and accurately, providing reports that may be used in legal proceedings.

• Plan and conduct investigations using integrity and initiative, adapting to each case's unique circumstances.
• Review and challenge current fraud processes to enhance the overall fraud function.
• Conduct interviews under caution and gather witness statements in line with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE).
• Prepare evidence and documentation for legal and court proceedings, including giving evidence under oath.
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professional discretion.
• Conduct investigative questioning to identify and mitigate fraudulent activities.

Essential Criteria

To be successful in this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Ability to approach each investigation thoroughly, considering all available methods.
• Confident in challenging processes to develop the corporate fraud function further.
• Comfortable working independently and with minimal supervision.

• Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist qualification (or working towards it).
• GCSE Maths and English (grade C or above).
• 1 year of equivalent experience in fraud detection and investigation, particularly within council tax, social housing, or procurement fraud.

• Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, including PACE 1984, Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996, Fraud Act 2006, and other fraud-related laws.
• Previous experience in conducting interviews under caution and handling cases with confidentiality and accuracy.
• Proficient in using case management systems, such as NAFN, CIVICA, Orchard, and MS Word and Excel.

• High analytical skills to gather evidence and prepare reports for criminal investigation purposes.
• Ability to attend court as a witness or investigating officer.
• Excellent investigative questioning skills for interviewing suspected fraudulent claimants.

• Full driving license and essential car user status.
• Ability to attend meetings both locally and remotely.
• Basic DBS Check required.

• Experience with Incase 365, LoCATA, and LoCTA systems.
• Experience working in a local government fraud investigation setting.

If you are an experienced fraud investigator looking for a new challenge in a hybrid working environment, we encourage you to apply before the deadline of 25th September 2024. Or call Alison for more information 01733 968453