Senior Fraud Investigator

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 and court proceedings * Develop proactive fraud detection and prevention strategies * Build relationships with partner agencies and statutory bodies * Deliver fraud awareness training * Manage a varied and complex caseload within council policies and deadlines * Contribute to service improvement, innovation, and continuous development Essential Requirements Qualifications * Fully completed professional counter fraud qualifications (ACFS, ACFM, PIP, ACFE) * Member of the Government Counter Fraud Profession Experience & Knowledge * Minimum of 2 years’ experience in fraud, criminal, civil, or disciplinary investigations * Strong understanding of investigative legislation, financial regulations, and anti-fraud controls * Skilled in evidence preparation for civil and criminal proceedings * Experience using INCASE365 Case Management System * Track record of delivering innovation, service improvement, and change * Excellent interview and investigative skills (PACE compliant) Additional Information * Hybrid working: work from home or office, with monthly office meetings * Flexible working hours * Travel across Welwyn and Hertfordshire as required * Standard DBS check required