Lead Fraud & Financial Investigations Specialist

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP); Baildon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in the UK is looking for experienced individuals to join its investigations team. You will tackle serious and organized crime affecting benefits, collaborating with law enforcement and other agencies. This role involves leading criminal investigations, conducting interviews, and ensuring compliance with financial crime legislation. You will receive training and support to attain accreditation from the National Crime Agency. A varied role awaits where you will make impactful decisions daily.

Qualifications

• Experience working with law enforcement agencies.
• Proven ability to conduct financial investigations.
• Understanding of the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) 2002.

Responsibilities

• Lead criminal investigations into serious and organised crime against DWP.
• Engage with law enforcement agencies on joint operations.
• Organise and participate in arrest and search procedures.
• Conduct advanced interviews under caution.
• Prepare evidence requirements for prosecution.

Skills

Experience in investigations

Ability to analyze complex data

Knowledge of financial crime legislation

Collaboration skills

Education

Accreditation via the National Crime Agency

Job description

A public service organization in the UK is looking for experienced individuals to join its investigations team. You will tackle serious and organized crime affecting benefits, collaborating with law enforcement and other agencies. This role involves leading criminal investigations, conducting interviews, and ensuring compliance with financial crime legislation. You will receive training and support to attain accreditation from the National Crime Agency. A varied role awaits where you will make impactful decisions daily.