Senior Fraud Investigator
3 days ago
Hertford
Senior Fraud Investigator Salary: £22.21 per hour PAYE or £28.07 per hour Umbrella Location: Hertford, Hertfordshire (hybrid working, monthly office meetings required) Contract: 6 Months initially Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and accredited Counter Fraud Specialist/Investigator with substantial experience in local authority work, particularly tenancy and housing fraud. The successful candidate will be able to: * Take on a live caseload immediately * Develop and maintain strong relationships across housing service teams * Use the INCASE365 Case Management System efficiently * Conduct a full range of investigative activities, including preparing summary reports for housing service decisions and compiling files for civil and criminal proceedings You will be a key member of the Volume Investigation Team, supporting and developing junior officers, and contributing to team leadership. This is a hybrid role with flexible working hours, allowing work from home or office, with occasional travel in Welwyn required. Key Responsibilities * Lead complex investigations in tenancy/housing and corporate fraud * Act as Lead Case Officer for prosecutions, attending court as necessary * Identify appropriate sanctions and ensure full implementation * Conduct interviews in line with PACE Codes of Practice * Analyse evidence, prepare reports, and present findings for decision-making ...