Job summary
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.
We are looking to recruit an experienced investigator to join a team with a remit to provide advice, support and guidance on investigative activity to the wider NHS Counter Fraud community. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of successful fraud investigation and of practical application of the Criminal Prosecutions & Investigations Act 1996 (CPIA), ideally within the Law Enforcement or Government Agency arenas. Necessary experience includes presentation of evidential files to the Crown Prosecution Service to the standard required to bring criminal prosecutions.
A primary aim of the role is maximising opportunities for financial recoveries. The successful candidate will have working knowledge of application of the Fraud Investigation Model (FIM), financial investigation and asset recovery.
Potential applicants can contact Chris Lawrence at christopher.lawrence@nhscfa.gov.uk for an informal chat if you have any questions regarding the role.
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 w/c 13th May 2024.
Main duties of the job
Ideally, the post holder will have recent experience as a Disclosure Officer.
Knowledge of associated disciplines such as forensic computing, intelligence and electronic case management systems is desirable.
The role requires excellent communication and leadership skills in order to deliver advice and support to external stakeholders.
The postholder will be responsible for providing constructive support, advice, and guidance on counter fraud investigative activity for the counter fraud community. Maximising the outcomes from allegations and providing a gateway for key resources such as NIS (National Investigation Service), Financial Investigations, Forensic Computing Unit and working in partnership with health bodies to assist the progression of more complex matters to progression to the Crown Prosecution Service.
NPPV Level 2 will be required. This role is part time 18.75 hours per week.
About us
We have offices based in Coventry, Newcastle and London and offer flexible, hybrid, office and home-based working. In addition to the advertised salary working in the London area will attract High-Cost Area Supplement where appropriate. 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 we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further submissions when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. The NHSCFA 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
Reviewing investigations led by Local Counter Fraud Specialists and offering counter fraud investigative expertise, advice, and guidance to help and enable the effective progression and appropriate disposal in relation to allegations of fraud against the NHS
The postholder will provide comprehensive support and guidance to stakeholders utilising a variety of strategies to engage to maximise positive counter fraud outcomes and accurate recording on the CMS (Case Management System). Producing reports and recommendations / solutions whilst ensuring that timescales are adhered to within the NHSCFAs operations structure
Use expertise to identify investigations which could benefit from support from NHSCFA (National Health Service Counter Fraud Authority) departments such as NIS, Financial Investigation, Intelligence and Forensic Computing
Manage and oversee LCFS (Local Counter Fraud Specialist) use of PNC (Police National Computer) through review and authorisation of PNC checks.
Please see full Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Reviewing investigations led by Local Counter Fraud Specialists and offering counter fraud investigative expertise, advice, and guidance to help and enable the effective progression and appropriate disposal in relation to allegations of fraud against the NHS
The postholder will provide comprehensive support and guidance to stakeholders utilising a variety of strategies to engage to maximise positive counter fraud outcomes and accurate recording on the CMS (Case Management System). Producing reports and recommendations / solutions whilst ensuring that timescales are adhered to within the NHSCFAs operations structure
Use expertise to identify investigations which could benefit from support from NHSCFA (National Health Service Counter Fraud Authority) departments such as NIS, Financial Investigation, Intelligence and Forensic Computing
Manage and oversee LCFS (Local Counter Fraud Specialist) use of PNC (Police National Computer) through review and authorisation of PNC checks.
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 counter fraud work, including CPIA, DPA, RIPA (Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act), Human Rights Act, Fraud Act 2006, Theft Acts, Bribery Act 2010, and Money Laundering Regulations
- A comprehensive understanding of the lawful methods for the obtaining of personal data or confidential information for use in counter fraud work, and relevant legislative requirements of the Data Protection Act and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
Desirable
- Project management experience or relevant qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant demonstrable relevant experience in stakeholder and operations environment, high level of negotiation, motivational communication skills
- Significant practical experience of working within a counter fraud/regulatory/law enforcement environment
- Experience of drafting / report writing skills to a variety of audiences at all levels with the proven ability to adapt to different audiences
- Significant experience of collating, interpreting, and presenting detailed performance information and statistics for management consumption internally and externally
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of the structure of the NHS
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in a relevant criminal justice discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
- Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist qualification or member of Government Counter Fraud Profession in the Investigation Discipline (Practitioner Level).
Desirable
- MSc level qualification or appropriate equivalent operational experience in counter fraud investigation
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal negotiation and influencing skills, especially handling complex issues and topics with a range of stakeholders at various 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 investigative services across several 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 counter fraud work, including CPIA, DPA, RIPA (Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act), Human Rights Act, Fraud Act 2006, Theft Acts, Bribery Act 2010, and Money Laundering Regulations
- A comprehensive understanding of the lawful methods for the obtaining of personal data or confidential information for use in counter fraud work, and relevant legislative requirements of the Data Protection Act and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
Desirable
- Project management experience or relevant qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant demonstrable relevant experience in stakeholder and operations environment, high level of negotiation, motivational communication skills
- Significant practical experience of working within a counter fraud/regulatory/law enforcement environment
- Experience of drafting / report writing skills to a variety of audiences at all levels with the proven ability to adapt to different audiences
- Significant experience of collating, interpreting, and presenting detailed performance information and statistics for management consumption internally and externally
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of the structure of the NHS
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in a relevant criminal justice discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
- Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist qualification or member of Government Counter Fraud Profession in the Investigation Discipline (Practitioner Level).
Desirable
- MSc level qualification or appropriate equivalent operational experience in counter fraud investigation
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal negotiation and influencing skills, especially handling complex issues and topics with a range of stakeholders at various 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 investigative services across several 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.
