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UK Health Security Agency

Fraud Risk Assessment and Business Support Officer

The closing date is 19 January 2026

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Job summary

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is responsible for protecting every member of every community from the impact of infectious diseases, chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear incidents and other health threats. We provide intellectual, scientific and operational leadership at national and local level, as well as on the global stage, to make the nation's health secure. UKHSAis an executive agency, sponsored by theDepartment of Health and Social Care.The Anti Fraud Team supports the integrity and security of UKHSA. We assess fraud risk within UKHSA, handle information and data relating to fraud, and work with partners to investigate and pursue fraudulent activity. We also work with other teams within UKHSA that cover physical and personnel security, business continuity and resilience, professional standards, vetting, and wider risk. This is a rewarding role that requires a proactive mindset, flexibility and versatility. The Anti Fraud Team welcomes applications from people across a range of professions and experiences.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an organised and meticulous self-starter to join us. The post holder will provide crucial business support and Fraud Risk Assessment working to the Fraud Risk and Prevention Manager & Deputy Manager. They will be expected to manage essential administrative functions surrounding the Fraud Risk Assessment process, ensuring that Fraud Risk Assessments are progressed by the team in accordance with annual plans and timelines. They will work to support delivery of the annual Fraud Risk Assessment Plan and assist with the monitoring of progress against activities within the Plan.

The successful candidate will also be expected to prepare and carry out Fraud Risk Assessments; and develop prevention controls for fraud, bribery and corruption risks identified in conjunction with the Fraud Risk and Prevention Manager & Deputy Manager. They will be required to source and analyse data in line with the Fraud Risk Assessment process, and drive forward the remit of the Anti-Fraud Team. They will engage with partners across the business to ensure any recommended actions to identify, assess and address fraud risks are progressed successfully. The postholder must be of the utmost integrity so as not to undermine the work of the team.

This list is not exhaustive.

About us

We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.

UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all.

Please visit our careers site for more information https://gov.uk/ukhsa/careers

Details

Date posted

05 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£28,547 to £37,737 a year Pro Rata, Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

919-NP-62236631-EXT

Job locations

Core HQ

Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, London (Canary Wharf)

E14 4PU


Job description

Job responsibilities

The role requires the successful individual to be able to identify, assess and mitigate against organisational fraud risks in line with the Government Fraud Risk Assessment Standard and support the management of the UKHSA Fraud Risk Register and associated ongoing review process. They will also have a part to play, supporting wider activity to meet the requirements of the Government Functional Standard GovS 013: Counter fraud.

You will be working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can move quickly. This role requires you to work flexibly with a good attention to detail but also with a readiness to propose alternative methodologies or solutions to challenges. Your willingness to develop counter fraud and risk skills will give you an opportunity to broaden and/or build on your existing knowledge. Experience in the full suite of Microsoft Office tools is essential.

Please note: The Chief Operating Officer (COO) group, where this role sits, is undergoing organisational change over the next 1218 months. While the process is still in the planning stage, some roles may be affected by future restructuring. We are committed to keeping candidates informed and will share updates as they become available.

Essential criteria:

  • The ability and confidence to make effective decisions and pro-active contributions within a team environment. (Making Effective Decisions lead behaviour)
  • Working knowledge of Fraud modus operandi, with experience of working within either a counter fraud based and/or risk intelligence, analysis, risk, or security based environment.
  • An ability to prioritise work and carry out multiple tasks whilst meeting tight deadlines.
  • Experience of working with, and managing, multiple stakeholders.
  • Outstandingjudgement with an ability to handle sensitive informationand maintain complete confidentiality.
  • Must either hold or be willing to obtain SC level government security clearance.
  • IT literacy with knowledge of generic software packages including Microsoft Office.
  • 3 GCSEs or equivalent including Maths and English

Desirable criteria:

  • Working knowledge of risk management or experience of working within a risk based role.
  • A member of the Government Counter Fraud Profession under the Fraud Risk Assessment Discipline or a qualified Fraud Investigator (Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist, or equivalent)

Selection Process DetailsThis vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.Stage 1: Application & Sift Success profilesYou will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 8 essential criteria and 1 Success Profile behaviour, this will be in the form of:

  • An application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application).
  • A 750-word Supporting Statement based on the 8 essential criteria, outlining how your skills, experience, and knowledge, provide evidence of your suitability for the role.
  • One statement on how you meet the following Success Profile Behaviour:- Making Effective Decisions 250 words max

Please include headings in your application to show the panel which aspect above you are referring to.

The Application form and Supporting Statement will be marked separately to the Behaviour Statement mentioned above.

Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV.

Longlisting:In the event of a large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of:

  1. Meets all essential criteria
  2. Meets some essential criteria
  3. Meets no essential criteria

Those falling into the Meets all essential criteria pile will progress to shortlisting.Feedback will not be provided at this stage.Shortlisting:In the event of a large number of applications we will shortlist on the following:

  • Lead behaviour: Making Effective Decisions
  • Lead essential criteria: Working knowledge of Fraud modus operandi, with experience of working within either a counter fraud based and/or risk intelligence, analysis, risk, or security based environment.

Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications / large amount of successful candidates.If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview.Please do not exceed 750 words for your Supporting Statement and 250 words for your Behaviour Statement. We will not consider any words over and above this number. Feedback will not be provided at this stage.Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV.Feedback will not be provided at this stageStage 2: InterviewSuccess Profiles

You will be invited to a (single) remote interview.

Behaviours will be tested at interview.The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be: Making Effective Decisions (Lead Behaviour) Seeing the Bigger Picture Working Together Delivering at PaceInterviews dates are yet to be confirmed.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Location:

This role is being offered as hybrid working based at any of our Core HQs.

We offer great flexible working opportunities at UKHSA and operate using a hybrid working model where business needs allow. This provides us with greater flexibility about how and where we work, to get the best from our workforce.

As a hybrid worker, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of your contractual working hours (approximately 3 days a week pro rata, (averaged over a month) working at one of UKHSA's core HQs (Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, and London).

Our core HQ offices are modern and newly refurbished with excellent city centre transport link and benefit from benefit from co-location with other government departments such as the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC).

Security Clearance Level Requirement

Successful candidates must pass a standard disclosure and barring security check.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Security Clearance.

You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 5 years for Security Security Check (SC). UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting at this higher level and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder / Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice.

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants).

Salary Information

If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able todemonstrateyou are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

Executive Officer (EO)

£28,547- £33,196 (National)

£32,624-£37,737 (Inner London)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role requires the successful individual to be able to identify, assess and mitigate against organisational fraud risks in line with the Government Fraud Risk Assessment Standard and support the management of the UKHSA Fraud Risk Register and associated ongoing review process. They will also have a part to play, supporting wider activity to meet the requirements of the Government Functional Standard GovS 013: Counter fraud.

You will be working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can move quickly. This role requires you to work flexibly with a good attention to detail but also with a readiness to propose alternative methodologies or solutions to challenges. Your willingness to develop counter fraud and risk skills will give you an opportunity to broaden and/or build on your existing knowledge. Experience in the full suite of Microsoft Office tools is essential.

Please note: The Chief Operating Officer (COO) group, where this role sits, is undergoing organisational change over the next 1218 months. While the process is still in the planning stage, some roles may be affected by future restructuring. We are committed to keeping candidates informed and will share updates as they become available.

Essential criteria:

  • The ability and confidence to make effective decisions and pro-active contributions within a team environment. (Making Effective Decisions lead behaviour)
  • Working knowledge of Fraud modus operandi, with experience of working within either a counter fraud based and/or risk intelligence, analysis, risk, or security based environment.
  • An ability to prioritise work and carry out multiple tasks whilst meeting tight deadlines.
  • Experience of working with, and managing, multiple stakeholders.
  • Outstandingjudgement with an ability to handle sensitive informationand maintain complete confidentiality.
  • Must either hold or be willing to obtain SC level government security clearance.
  • IT literacy with knowledge of generic software packages including Microsoft Office.
  • 3 GCSEs or equivalent including Maths and English

Desirable criteria:

  • Working knowledge of risk management or experience of working within a risk based role.
  • A member of the Government Counter Fraud Profession under the Fraud Risk Assessment Discipline or a qualified Fraud Investigator (Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist, or equivalent)

Selection Process DetailsThis vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.Stage 1: Application & Sift Success profilesYou will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 8 essential criteria and 1 Success Profile behaviour, this will be in the form of:

  • An application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application).
  • A 750-word Supporting Statement based on the 8 essential criteria, outlining how your skills, experience, and knowledge, provide evidence of your suitability for the role.
  • One statement on how you meet the following Success Profile Behaviour:- Making Effective Decisions 250 words max

Please include headings in your application to show the panel which aspect above you are referring to.

The Application form and Supporting Statement will be marked separately to the Behaviour Statement mentioned above.

Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV.

Longlisting:In the event of a large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of:

  1. Meets all essential criteria
  2. Meets some essential criteria
  3. Meets no essential criteria

Those falling into the Meets all essential criteria pile will progress to shortlisting.Feedback will not be provided at this stage.Shortlisting:In the event of a large number of applications we will shortlist on the following:

  • Lead behaviour: Making Effective Decisions
  • Lead essential criteria: Working knowledge of Fraud modus operandi, with experience of working within either a counter fraud based and/or risk intelligence, analysis, risk, or security based environment.

Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications / large amount of successful candidates.If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview.Please do not exceed 750 words for your Supporting Statement and 250 words for your Behaviour Statement. We will not consider any words over and above this number. Feedback will not be provided at this stage.Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV.Feedback will not be provided at this stageStage 2: InterviewSuccess Profiles

You will be invited to a (single) remote interview.

Behaviours will be tested at interview.The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be: Making Effective Decisions (Lead Behaviour) Seeing the Bigger Picture Working Together Delivering at PaceInterviews dates are yet to be confirmed.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Location:

This role is being offered as hybrid working based at any of our Core HQs.

We offer great flexible working opportunities at UKHSA and operate using a hybrid working model where business needs allow. This provides us with greater flexibility about how and where we work, to get the best from our workforce.

As a hybrid worker, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of your contractual working hours (approximately 3 days a week pro rata, (averaged over a month) working at one of UKHSA's core HQs (Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, and London).

Our core HQ offices are modern and newly refurbished with excellent city centre transport link and benefit from benefit from co-location with other government departments such as the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC).

Security Clearance Level Requirement

Successful candidates must pass a standard disclosure and barring security check.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Security Clearance.

You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 5 years for Security Security Check (SC). UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting at this higher level and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder / Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice.

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants).

Salary Information

If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able todemonstrateyou are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms.

Executive Officer (EO)

£28,547- £33,196 (National)

£32,624-£37,737 (Inner London)

Person Specification

Behaviour

Essential

  • Making Effective Decisions

Application Form and Supporting Statement

Essential

  • Application Form and Supporting Statement

Behaviours

Essential

  • Making Effective Decisions (Lead Behaviour)
  • Seeing the Bigger Picture
  • Working Together
  • Delivering at Pace
Person Specification

Behaviour

Essential

  • Making Effective Decisions

Application Form and Supporting Statement

Essential

  • Application Form and Supporting Statement

Behaviours

Essential

  • Making Effective Decisions (Lead Behaviour)
  • Seeing the Bigger Picture
  • Working Together
  • Delivering at Pace

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Core HQ

Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, London (Canary Wharf)

E14 4PU


Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

UK Health Security Agency

Address

Core HQ

Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, London (Canary Wharf)

E14 4PU


Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Resourcing Officer

Nigel Poole

Nigel.Poole@ukhsa.gov.uk

Details

Date posted

05 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£28,547 to £37,737 a year Pro Rata, Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

919-NP-62236631-EXT

Job locations

Core HQ

Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, London (Canary Wharf)

E14 4PU


Supporting documents

Privacy notice

UK Health Security Agency's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)