Fraud & Ethics Investigator (Construction)

Rise Technical Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure organization in London is seeking a Fraud & Ethics Investigator to join their Counter Fraud team. This full-time role involves managing investigations into fraud and unethical behavior, producing detailed reports, and providing training on fraud awareness. Candidates should have a background in investigative practices and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

18% pension

33 days holiday

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• Experience investigating ethics, compliance, or fraud issues in complex organizations.
• Strong investigative analysis and reporting skills.
• Ability to operate independently while supporting a wider team.

Responsibilities

• Manage an allocated caseload of investigations relating to alleged fraud or unethical behavior.
• Produce investigation reports and evidential material.
• Deliver fraud awareness training and conduct regular fraud risk assessments.

Skills

Investigative analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Professional accreditation in investigation disciplines

Job description

Fraud & Ethics Investigator (Construction)

London (Hybrid 3 days in office)

45,000 - 61,000 + 18% pension + 33 days holiday + other competitive benefits

Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Fraud Investigator with experience of working within the construction supply chain? My client is a leading infrastructure and engineering organisation and is looking for a Fraud & Ethics Investigator to join their Counter Fraud team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects while developing your investigative expertise and professional credentials with clear pathways for training and career progression. The role is varied and high‑profile, responsible for investigating alleged fraud, bribery, corruption, and unethical behaviour across complex projects and supply chains. You will play a key role in maintaining organisational integrity by conducting investigations, identifying lessons learned, and embedding ethical values across the business and its partners. Candidates will ideally have experience in fraud, ethics, or compliance investigations, with the ability to operate independently and manage cases in a complex organisational structure. Professional accreditation in investigation disciplines such as CFE, PIP, ACFS, or APCIP is desirable. The role requires excellent communication skills, stakeholder management, and the ability to produce clear, professional investigation reports.

The Role

• Manage an allocated caseload of investigations relating to alleged fraud or unethical behaviour
• Conduct investigations efficiently using a variety of techniques, in line with legislation and organisational standards
• Produce investigation reports and evidential material, including recommendations and lessons learned
• Deliver fraud awareness training and conduct regular fraud risk assessments across business activities
• Maintain accurate investigation logs, documentation, and track outcomes of recommendations

The Person

• Experience investigating ethics, compliance, or fraud issues in complex organisations
• Professional accreditation in an investigation discipline desirable (CFE, PIP, ACFS, APCIP, PINS)
• Strong investigative analysis and reporting skills, with ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills
• Ability to operate independently while supporting a wider team

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click “Apply Now” or contact Zac Mace at Rise Technical Recruitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.