Job summary
The Senior Fraud Investigator will be managing investigations into allegations of economic crime against the NHS. The post holder will act as Officer in Charge of serious and complex fraud investigations being responsible for leading investigations within operational guidelines and appropriate legislation with authority for all tactical and strategic decisions.
The Counter Fraud Authority has offices in London, Coventry and Newcastle and there is the opportunity for office based, hybrid or home working based at any of these locations. In addition to the advertised salary working in the London area will attract High Cost Area Supplement where appropriate.
The NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA) is the national body responsible for all matters relating to the prevention, detection and investigation of economic crime across the NHS. Further information about our work and annual plan for delivering this is available on our website.
Potential applicants should please contact Jason Croft, jason.croft@nhscfa.gov.uk for an informal chat.
****We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should we receive a significant number of applications.
Interviews will be held on 10th July 2023
Main duties of the job
The Senior Fraud Investigator will be an expert in investigations and investigative practice, who works within the NHSCFA National Investigation Service (NIS), providing a comprehensive investigative function, managing investigations tasked to them via the Fraud Investigations Lead and/or the National Operations Manager, acting as an Officer in Charge (OIC) of an investigation where appropriate. They will undertake duties to obtain and present the evidence required to prove or disprove allegations of fraud falling within the remit of NHSCFA. They will undertake investigative work to apply appropriate sanctions, whether disciplinary, civil and/or criminal. All work to be carried out to a standard required by the appropriate Courts.
About us
We have offices based in Coventry, Newcastle and London and also offer flexible and home based working. The NHSCFA values and respects the diversity of its employees, and aims to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including an invitation to the first stage of the selection process and consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. If you are applying to undertake this role on a secondment basis you should have agreement to being released from your current role in principle, prior to submitting an application form. When you apply for this role you will be redirected to our recruitment system TRAC. Please apply without delay as reserve the right to close any vacancies from further submissions when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist.
The CFA does not hold a sponsor licence in respect of skilled worker visas and so is unable to employ candidates requiring sponsorship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Acting as Officer in Charge of directing an investigation when tasked to do so, concerning allegations of fraud which fall under the investigative remit of NHSCFA National Investigation Service
To act as an appointed Disclosure Officer in respect of NHSCFA investigations, in accordance with CPIA.
To act as an Authorised Person in relation to the exercise of powers under Part 10 of the National Health Service Act 2006.
To direct, task and assign investigative activity to Fraud Investigation Officers and Investigation Support Officers as required
Analysis and determination of possible avenues and methods of investigation to obtain evidence
Please see full Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Acting as Officer in Charge of directing an investigation when tasked to do so, concerning allegations of fraud which fall under the investigative remit of NHSCFA National Investigation Service
To act as an appointed Disclosure Officer in respect of NHSCFA investigations, in accordance with CPIA.
To act as an Authorised Person in relation to the exercise of powers under Part 10 of the National Health Service Act 2006.
To direct, task and assign investigative activity to Fraud Investigation Officers and Investigation Support Officers as required
Analysis and determination of possible avenues and methods of investigation to obtain evidence
Please see full Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Detailed and working knowledge of the requirements of PACE and Acts/Codes of Practice relating to prosecutions and investigation work; including CPIA, DPA, RIPA, Human Rights Act, Fraud Act 2006, Theft Acts, Bribery Act 2010, and Money Laundering Regulations
- Technical and practical knowledge of fraud investigatory principles and practice, including the undertaking of criminal, disciplinary and civil action
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS structure and working practices
Experience
Essential
- Significant practical experience of successfully investigating economic crime within a public/private sector environment
- Significant practical experience of applying criminal and civil sanctions in relation to fraud offences in a multi- agency environment
- Experience of liaising closely with outside agencies within legislative and regulatory frameworks to combat fraud and corruption
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level, or equivalent in a relevant counter fraud or criminal justice discipline or be able to demonstrate equivalent relevant practical experience.
- Hold Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist status or similar qualification or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification or equivalent in relevant counter fraud or criminal justice discipline
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal negotiation and influencing skills, especially handling complex issues and topics with a range of stakeholders at different levels
- Excellent written communication skills and experience of drafting and presenting a range of material for a variety of audiences.
- Excellent verbal and influencing skills to senior management level.
Other Skills
Essential
- Can demonstrate the ability to prioritise effectively, set targets and monitor achievements to deliver quality engagement services across a number of diverse tasks whilst working to tight deadlines
- Can demonstrable an analytical approach to identifying problems and developing real and practical solutions.
- Understanding and proficiency in MS Office Program suite and others as required
- Must demonstrate significant considerable forward thinking and initiative
Person Specification
Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Detailed and working knowledge of the requirements of PACE and Acts/Codes of Practice relating to prosecutions and investigation work; including CPIA, DPA, RIPA, Human Rights Act, Fraud Act 2006, Theft Acts, Bribery Act 2010, and Money Laundering Regulations
- Technical and practical knowledge of fraud investigatory principles and practice, including the undertaking of criminal, disciplinary and civil action
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS structure and working practices
Experience
Essential
- Significant practical experience of successfully investigating economic crime within a public/private sector environment
- Significant practical experience of applying criminal and civil sanctions in relation to fraud offences in a multi- agency environment
- Experience of liaising closely with outside agencies within legislative and regulatory frameworks to combat fraud and corruption
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level, or equivalent in a relevant counter fraud or criminal justice discipline or be able to demonstrate equivalent relevant practical experience.
- Hold Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist status or similar qualification or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification or equivalent in relevant counter fraud or criminal justice discipline
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal negotiation and influencing skills, especially handling complex issues and topics with a range of stakeholders at different levels
- Excellent written communication skills and experience of drafting and presenting a range of material for a variety of audiences.
- Excellent verbal and influencing skills to senior management level.
Other Skills
Essential
- Can demonstrate the ability to prioritise effectively, set targets and monitor achievements to deliver quality engagement services across a number of diverse tasks whilst working to tight deadlines
- Can demonstrable an analytical approach to identifying problems and developing real and practical solutions.
- Understanding and proficiency in MS Office Program suite and others as required
- Must demonstrate significant considerable forward thinking and initiative
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
