Local Counter Fraud Specialist

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Abergele; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A large Welsh health organization in Abergele is seeking a qualified Local Counter Fraud Specialist to conduct fraud investigations and prepare case files. You will work closely with senior managers and liaise with various agencies to support fraud prevention and detection initiatives. Ideal candidates should have knowledge of relevant legal frameworks and the ability to speak Welsh is desirable. This position offers a rewarding career in a supportive environment focused on equality and diversity.

Benefits

Engaged leadership

Promotion of equality and diversity

Qualifications

• Qualified Local Counter Fraud Specialist with training provided.
• Experience in conducting fraud investigations.
• Knowledge of the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996.

Responsibilities

• Prepare case files and reports for criminal and civil courts.
• Liaise with internal and external agencies.
• Support the development of an Annual Work.

Skills

Ability to speak Welsh

Job description

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Work as a qualified Local Counter Fraud Specialist (training will be provided) to conduct fraud investigations in line with the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996 and the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, including interviewing witnesses and suspects and preparing case files.

Managerially reporting to the Head of the Local Counter Fraud Service, the post holder will advise and liaise with the Head of the Local Counter Fraud Service and Senior Managers on appropriate sanctions and civil recovery measures. You will work as a member of the Counter Fraud Team at the direction of the Head of the Local Counter Fraud Service and deputise for the Head of the Local Counter Fraud Service as and when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare case files and Counter Fraud reports for both criminal and civil courts and present those reports or files as required.
• Liaise with internal agencies, including Internal Auditors, Human Resources, Payroll Departments and Departmental Heads.
• Engage and liaise with external agencies.
• Be responsible for Counter Fraud arrangements in a number of arenas, including the creation of an anti‑fraud culture, deterrence, prevention, detection and investigation of fraud and corruption.
• Support the development of an Annual Work and provide advice and guidance to the Head of Local Counter Fraud.
• Deliver a professional Counter Fraud service provision to the designated Health Board and apply the Counter Fraud standards and guidelines as laid down in the NHS Counter Fraud and Corruption Manual.
• Maintain good working relationships with Internal Audit, External Audit, NHS Counter Fraud Authority, NHS Wales Counter Fraud Services and other agencies in the delivery of the Counter Fraud Service provision.
• Protect the confidentiality of sensitive, personal and patient‑related information by operating at all times in compliance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and the Human Rights Act 1998.

Qualifications

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Benefits & Culture

Enjoy being part of a health service that values engaged leadership at all levels and is committed to promoting equality and diversity. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales.

BCUHB is proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme and works from a ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Application Notes

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment‑related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.