Job Information
The Corporate Fraud Team are part of the Council's Internal Audit and Risk Management Team and are responsible for the prevention and detection of fraud and error across all services that the council deliver. Investigating reports of fraud against the council and working with partner organisations as required. Investigations are conducted to the criminal standard with appropriate action taken, including criminal prosecutions.
In addition to investigating cases of suspected fraud, the team provide support and advice on fraud detection and preventative measures.
We operate a hybrid style of working with a combination of working from home and office.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an extremely motivated and proficient investigator to join a high-performing service.
The ideal candidate will be an Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist and have experience in criminal fraud investigation.
The post involves investigating a wide range of reports made to the council about fraudulent activity, running proactive campaigns, and working with internal departments and external partners.
Reporting to the Corporate Fraud Manager the post holder will manage their own investigations as the Officer in Charge, as well as supporting and assisting colleagues in their investigations to achieve the team targets.
As well as hybrid working from home and office the successful candidate will be required to travel across the county to visit people in their homes and conduct interviews in our various offices, therefore you must be able to meet the travel requirements of the role. A full driving license and transport would be preferred.
Please view the person specification and job description attached for further details.
Why choose us?
Northumberland is world-renowned as a visitor destination and an ideal location to strike a perfect work/life balance. There is no better way of enjoying the picturesque scenery and stunning coastline than on an everyday basis!
Northumberland County Council’s (NCC) vision is “To make Northumberland a county which you regard as a great place to live, in which you can access the activities you enjoy, whilst having the opportunity to learn and thrive”.
For further information about NCC, please visit our website.
We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including:
· 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees).
· Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
· Flexi scheme – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees).
· Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses along with various national brands.
· Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing, home working, flexible working, term-time only, and compressed hours.
· Car leasing scheme.
Further information:
Closing date: Wednesday 30th August 2023.
For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please check the Northumberland Council website.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme, please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk or ring 01670 623930 with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored into the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to attend an interview, please also let the team know. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.
