Counter Fraud Investigator (Apprenticeship, Level 4) Job Vacancy in London, England, UK

We are looking for a Counter Fraud Investigator (Apprenticeship, Level 4) to join our new and dynamic fraud service and be responsible for assisting with fraud investigations, interviews, intelligence gathering to help combat fraud against the Council.

During this 24 month apprenticeship the successful candidate will study the Counter Fraud Investigator (Apprenticeship, Level 4) provided by CIPFA please see link Level 4 Counter Fraud Investigator Apprenticeship (cipfa.org)

An eye for detail, problem solving skills and being able to effectively analyse information will be key to this role. As well as your ability to effectively manage your time working on a number and range of projects will be essential to meet deadlines whilst understanding the needs, timescales and deadlines of others.

With a new leadership team and a collective ethos of improvement, we want to forge a new path at Newham. Ultimately, this is about making everyday life better for over , people across the borough, as well as millions of workers and visitors.

This is a great opportunity to start a career in fraud with us, holding a relevant fraud qualification and/or having previous experience in criminal investigations, managing material obtained and relevant legislation is desirable.

The Council is committed to a zero tolerance approach to fraud and the Counter Fraud Investigator (Apprenticeship, Level 4) whilst studying will work with Fraud Investigators and the Intelligence Officer to be proactive in identifying and investigating tenancy fraud, corporate fraud and non-benefit related frauds committed against the Council.

Closing date 30.6.22 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

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IMPORTANT: If you are an LBN member of staff and applying for this role as a secondment you should note that secondments are subject to the agreement of your current employing service. Please ensure that you inform your line manager of your intention to apply for the post in the first instance.