Financial Fraud Investigator (PO2)

Job Title: Financial Fraud Investigator (PO2)
Location: Enfield Civic Centre, Service Care Solutions (Assisting a Local Council)
Contract Type: Agency Work, Full-Time (37 hours per week)
Contract Duration: 11/11/2024 - 31/01/2025
Closing Date: 25/10/2024
About the Role:
Service Care Solutions is assisting a local council in seeking an experienced Financial Fraud Investigator to join a multidisciplinary team within the Housing Benefit/Financial Assessment structure.

You will play a critical role in assessing tenant and provider eligibility for supported housing, challenging Housing Benefit claims, and reducing eligible rent elements.

The role focuses on investigating potential fraud related to supported (exempt) accommodation tenants and providers.


The council offers flexible hybrid working arrangements.


Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate providers to assess compliance with not-for-profit requirements, care provision, and tenancy eligibility.


• Examine links between providers, potential fraud involving Directors, and associated companies.


• Investigate fraud related to DWP benefits, council tax support, and council tax fraud.


• Conduct interviews and prepare reports and evidence for disciplinary or Court hearings.


• Collaborate with senior managers and key stakeholders, maintaining integrity when presenting findings.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience in investigative environments, including conducting interviews and preparing reports for Court hearings.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in presenting findings.


• Ability to build relationships with senior managers and key stakeholders.


• Proficient in analysing and presenting complex data.


• Knowledge of legislation such as the Fraud Act 2006, Police and Criminal Evidence Act, Prevention of Social Housing Fraud Act 2013, and Data Protection laws.


• Accredited qualification in fraud investigation, such as Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist, PINS, FOCUS, or BTEC.

Desirable:

• Experience in local government or public sector fraud investigation.


• Accreditation as a Financial Investigator under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.

If you're an experienced investigator looking for a rewarding role, apply now to join the team via emailing Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk or calling 01772 208962