Counter Fraud and Compliance Officer

Matchstick Dev; Livingston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization in Scotland is seeking a professional to investigate fraud allegations, secure evidence, and draft reports. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities. This role also includes delivering training on fraud awareness and advising on internal controls.

Qualifications

• Essential skills include attention to detail and effective analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a confidential environment.

Responsibilities

• Investigate allegations of fraud and corruption.
• Secure evidence for disciplinary and criminal proceedings.
• Draft fraud reports and recommend improvements.
• Develop and deliver fraud awareness training.
• Conduct internal audits and provide advice.

Skills

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Effective analytical skills

Written and oral communication skills

Job description

Overview

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Investigate allegations of fraud, corruption and irregularity committed within or against West Lothian Council.
• Secure evidence to a suitable standard for internal disciplinary and criminal court proceedings.
• Draft fraud reports for each case and make recommendations for improvement in internal controls.
• Contribute to proactive fraud prevention by developing and delivering fraud awareness training across the council.
• Conduct internal audits and provide advice to services on internal control and risk management matters.

Qualifications

• Computer literacy, written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, effective analytical skills and the ability to work in a confidential environment are essential.