Counter Fraud Analyst

University of Oxford; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days annual leave

Hybrid/flexible working

Contributory pension scheme

Cycle loan scheme

Season ticket loans

Social, cultural and sports clubs

Job summary

University of Oxford is strengthening its Fraud Risk Management Framework within the Financial Assurance and Compliance team. The role involves coordinating fraud risk assessments and enhancing due diligence across departments, with a focus on risk-based controls and collaboration with stakeholders.

The successful candidate will hold a recognised counter-fraud qualification (CFE/ACFS or equivalent) and contribute to a programme of improvement across the university's governance, risk and

Qualifications

• Experience in fraud prevention and risk assessment within large organisations.
• Ability to analyse financial data and identify control weaknesses.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support fraud risk assessments across University departments, divisions and key business processes.
• Contribute to the development and review of fraud-related due diligence arrangements, including third-party and associated-person risks.
• Analyse financial data, fraud risks and control weaknesses to identify emerging trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders to strengthen fraud prevention controls, awareness and risk management practices.
• Support delivery of the University's counter-fraud improvement programme and associated Internal Audit recommendations.

Skills

Fraud prevention

Fraud risk assessment

Due diligence

Assurance / Compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Counter-fraud qualification (CFE/ACFS)

Job description

Location: Great Clarendon Street, Oxford with a requirement to attend the Oxford office at least one day per week (Wednesdays), This is an opportunity to contribute to the continued development of the University's Fraud Risk Management Framework, helping to embed a consistent, proportionate and risk-based approach to fraud prevention and detection across a large, complex and devolved organisation. Working within the Financial Assurance and Compliance team, you will:

• Coordinate and support fraud risk assessments across University departments, divisions and key business processes.
• Contribute to the development and review of fraud-related due diligence arrangements, including third-party and associated-person risks.
• Analyse financial data, fraud risks and control weaknesses to identify emerging trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders to strengthen fraud prevention controls, awareness and risk management practices.
• Support delivery of the University's counter-fraud improvement programme and associated Internal Audit recommendations.

You will bring practical experience in fraud prevention, fraud risk assessment, due diligence, assurance or compliance, together with strong analytical skills and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at different levels. A recognised counter-fraud qualification, such as CFE or ACFS (or equivalent), is required.
Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires", the University of Oxford has been ranked the world's leading university for eleven consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you'll contribute to an organisation which delivers ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. This is an opportunity to make a tangible contribution to the development of a sustainable counter-fraud service within one of the world's leading universities.
The Finance Division enables the University's research and education through effective financial strategy, strong financial management and trusted professional services. Working across a large and highly devolved institution, we help departments manage resources responsibly, strengthen financial controls and protect the University's long-term financial sustainability.

What We Offer

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.