Counter Fraud Investigator

Counter Fraud Investigations Join a newly established Counter Fraud investigations team at an exciting stage of its growth, with a real opportunity to shape how the function develops. You'll lead sensitive internal and external investigations and help build a trusted, high-performing service that protects our organisation, our residents and our assets. WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead sensitive internal and external Counter Fraud investigations that are proportionate, well-evidenced and outcome-focused
• Deliver proactive and reactive casework across internal fraud, anti-money laundering, whistleblowing and other complex matters
• Carry out desktop investigations using relevant systems and tools to develop intelligence
• Use data matching, analytics and gap analysis to spot trends, emerging risks and control weaknesses
• Lead projects that strengthen our Counter Fraud response
• Give expert advice to colleagues and stakeholders on fraud risks, controls and investigation approaches
• Help create and update policies, procedures and guidance
• Deliver training and awareness activity to build a strong prevention culture
• Support day-to-day admin, including monitoring shared mailboxes and triaging referrals
• Help the manager develop and expand the investigations and prevention function WHAT YOU'LL BRING Essential:
• Proven experience of investigations and intelligence analysis in law enforcement, local government, financial services, housing or a similar setting
• Experience of investigating fraud, financial misconduct, AML, whistleblowing or other complex, sensitive matters
• AML investigation experience, including enhanced due diligence and submitting Suspicious Activity Reports to the NCA
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Fraud Act, Prevention of Social Housing Fraud Act, PACE, Data Protection Act, Equality Act, RIPA and Proceeds of Crime legislation
• Experience of interviewing suspects and witnesses, assessing evidence and preparing witness statements for civil or criminal proceedings
• Confident using technology and digital tools for desktop enquiries and intelligence work, and open to new ways of working
• Strong analytical, report writing and communication skills
• Experience of contributing to projects, process improvement, policy development or training
• Ability to support and guide junior colleagues
• ACFS, PIP2 or equivalent qualification, or demonstrable equivalent investigative experience Desirable:
• Financial investigation experience, such as asset tracing or recovery action
• Data matching experience, e.g. the National Fraud Initiative
• Use of NAFN, open-source intelligence and other lawful intelligence tools
• Social housing or tenancy fraud investigation experience
• Data visualisation skills (Power BI, Tableau or similar)
• Additional languages that support engagement with diverse communities Please note: pending confirmation of legislative changes, this role may require a qualification to demonstrate competence. If you're not already qualified, you may be expected to study towards one. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
• Excellent annual leave and flexible working*
• Generous pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay*
• Life assurance (4x annual salary)
• Health cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Interest-free loans (season ticket, tenancy deposit and training)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discounts at hundreds of retailers, gyms, restaurants and more
• Wide-ranging learning and development opportunities
• Qualifying period may apply ABOUT US Notting Hill Genesis is a not-for-profit organisation providing affordable homes for Londoners and one of the largest housing associations in London. We're both a landlord and a developer, with more than 65,000 homes and around 1,800 employees. Find out more: https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/ SELECTION PROCESS

1. Apply online
2. Shortlisted candidates complete an assessment
3. Successful candidates are invited to interview Reasonable adjustments: if you can't apply online or need any adjustments, contact jobs@nhg.org.uk. We may close this vacancy early if we receive enough applications, so please apply soon.