Special Investigations Officer

Posted 23 July 2025
Salary 33.43
LocationLewisham SE13 United Kingdom
Job type Contract
Sector Legal / Security / Law
ReferenceOR10426

Job description

9 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose
  • To manage a varied caseload of complex investigations referred to the Anti-Fraud and Corruption Team and ensure that cases are investigated to a high professional standard and in accordance to statutory requirements.

Key Duties/Accountabilities
  • Produce comprehensive, high level written reports from investigations that include both conclusions and recommendations for the Director of the relevant directorate.
  • Ensure that fraud & corruption is prevented, detected and investigated.
  • Ensure that appropriate recommendations, sanctions prosecutions were applicable are applied effectively.
  • Perform the responsibilities of the post in a way that is consistent, adds value to the core objectives and values of the section and the Council.
Essential Experience Required
  • Proven experience managing a varied caseload of reported allegations of fraud or irregularities is essential.

Essential Qualification Required
  • Candidate need to have Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist qualification or equivalent.

Additional information to note
  • Working hours: 28 hours per week
  • The role requires a DBS.
  • Location: 1 Catford Road, Catford, London, Greater London, SE6 4RU, United Kingdom
  • The role closes on 30th July 2025, apply ASAP.


Requirements

Requirements
  • Proven experience managing a varied caseload of reported allegations of fraud or irregularities
  • Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist qualification or equivalent
  • DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service)