Fraud Prevention Officer | NHS Counter Fraud Authority

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national healthcare authority is seeking a Fraud Prevention Officer to join their team in London. This role involves developing and delivering effective fraud prevention initiatives. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and experience in drafting materials. Flexible working options and a fixed-term contract until March 2036 are offered, with potential for a High-Cost Area Supplement.

Qualifications

• Experience drafting organisational materials.
• Experience working within high-level guidance settings.
• Skills to develop fraud prevention materials.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the activity plan aligned with organisational objectives.
• Support the development and maintenance of Fraud Prevention guidance.
• Deliver specific fraud prevention initiatives.
• Act as a contact point for fraud prevention inquiries.
• Stay updated on fraud prevention standards.
• Review existing materials for relevance.
• Ensure effective delivery of work packages.

Skills

Excellent written communication skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to liaise effectively

Job description

The NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA) is the national body responsible for all matters relating to the prevention, detection, and investigation of economic crime across the NHS. Further information about our work and annual plan for delivering this is available on our website.

This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in a career in countering fraud to join the Fraud Prevention Team at the NHSCFA. The Fraud Prevention Officer will work as part of a team to ensure the organisation develops and delivers effective fraud prevention interventions. The role involves supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of the NHSCFA's Fraud Prevention Guidance, as well as delivering key projects and horizon scanning activities to identify emerging threats.

Potential applicants can contact Helen Rushton at [e-mail] for an informal chat regarding the role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications. Previous applicants will not be considered. Please note this is a fixed-term role until 31 March 2036.

The ideal candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, experience drafting organisational materials, and working within high-level guidance settings. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise effectively within the organisation and with external stakeholders are essential.

The role involves developing diverse fraud prevention materials to support NHSCFA’s strategic objectives, working as part of a team focused on creating and delivering fraud prevention initiatives and information programs. The organisation has offices in Coventry, Newcastle, and London, offering flexible, hybrid, and remote working options. London-based roles may attract a High-Cost Area Supplement.

NHSCFA values diversity and is committed to fair recruitment practices. We welcome applications regardless of age, disability, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for disabled applicants. Applicants on secondment should have approval to be released from their current role. Please note, NHSCFA does not hold a sponsor license for skilled worker visas.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Contributing to the activity plan aligned with organisational objectives.
2. Supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of Fraud Prevention guidance.
3. Delivering specific fraud prevention initiatives as directed.
4. Acting as a contact point for fraud prevention inquiries, providing appropriate responses or directing queries appropriately.
5. Staying updated on standards and solutions related to fraud prevention within NHSCFA.
6. Reviewing existing materials for relevance and currency in a dynamic NHS environment.
7. Ensuring the effective delivery of work packages to meet service goals.

Please see the full Job Description and Person Specification for more details.

This advert closes on Sunday, 17 August 2025.