Apprentice Corporate Fraud Investigator

Durham County Council; North East; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking an Apprentice (Corporate Fraud Investigator) to assist in fraud investigations and support the Corporate Fraud & Internal Audit Teams. You will study towards the Counter Fraud Level 4 standard while gaining practical experience. Good communication and ICT skills along with a team-first attitude are essential. This apprenticeship also offers flexible working arrangements allowing you to earn while you learn.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Dedicated mentorship

Qualifications

• Good communication skills are required to help in investigations.
• ICT skills necessary for various tasks.
• Ability to work as part of a team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing effective support to Corporate Fraud & Internal Audit Teams.
• Contribute to high-quality corporate fraud investigations.
• Gain understanding of fraud legislation and criminal law.

Skills

Good communication

ICT skills

Teamwork

Education

4 GCSE’s grade 9-4/A*-C including English and Maths

Job description

Earn. Learn. Qualify.

Do you want to earn while you learn, with the chance of progression once you qualify? Do you want the opportunity to grow, develop and be the best version of yourself? Then why not build the foundations of your career with an Apprenticeship at Durham County Council.


Why choose Durham County Council?

We offer a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement – find out more information here

• We encourage a great work/life balance! Many of our roles operate under our ‘hybrid working’ policy, which gives you the opportunity of flexible, home and office working.
• We have a successful track record in supporting our apprentices to secure permanent employment, with 3 in 4 apprentices securing a further role with us.
• We have been recognised as a Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer!
• As a Disability Confident Leader, and a member of the North East England Rainbow Alliance, we are committed to equality and diversity in the workplace – find out more here
• You will learn from skilled professionals whilst being supported to study towards a recognised qualification with a college/university/training provider.
• We will support you every step of the way, with a dedicated Mentor, the option of a buddy for disabled new employees and great networking opportunities with other apprentices.

Apprentice (Corporate Fraud Investigator)

Do you have zero tolerance against fraud and corruption? Then this apprenticeship could be ideal for you!

As a Corporate Fraud Investigator apprentice you will assist in providing effective and efficient support to the Corporate Fraud & Internal Audit Teams to help the service operate effectively and efficiently.

You will contribute towards the provision of high-quality corporate fraud investigations in accordance with the council’s counter-fraud strategy, gaining an understanding of fraud legislation and criminal law in order to provide advice in line with the legislation.

What qualification will I gain?

You will study towards the Counter Fraud Level 4 standard with Intelligencia.

What will I need?

You must either have or expect to achieve 4 GCSE’s grade 9-4/A*-C including English and Maths or an equivalent qualification, together with good communication and ICT skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Please look at the attached person specification to check that you meet the essential criteria.

Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge. Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.?


Further information?

We encourage you to contact Paul Gibbon via email [e-mail] if you have any questions about this opportunity.

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