Trainee Corporate Fraud Investigator

City of York Council; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a trainee Counter Fraud Investigator for a flexible apprenticeship program to investigate fraud cases in the public sector. The role includes professional training and support throughout the two-year program, along with benefits such as a generous pension scheme and 28 days of annual leave. Candidates are expected to work in various locations during their training period.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Willingness to complete a Counter Fraud Investigator level 4 apprenticeship training course.
• Ability to work flexibly and attend various locations for meetings and training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the investigation of suspected fraud cases.
• Support senior corporate fraud staff during fraud investigations.

Skills

Investigation skills

Analytical skills

Job description

NON CYC VACANCY

About Veritau

Veritau provides assurance services to local authorities, schools and other public sector clients. We make sure that organisations are operating effectively, mitigating risks and complying with laws and regulations.

Our main services include internal audit, counter fraud, information governance and risk management. We’re owned by our member councils, meaning our work sits at the heart of the public sector. Our main offices are in York, Northallerton and Leicester, but we provide services across the country.

Location

Flexible – you can work from any of our offices or adopt a hybrid working approach. You may be required to attend our offices for meetings and training events, visit client offices or other premises, and undertake other client related activities. During the induction period, we will expect employees to work in one of our main offices for a number of days. This is to support training and learning, and to provide you with the opportunity to meet other team members.

Reporting to senior corporate fraud staff, you will assist in the investigation of suspected fraud cases across a range of public sector clients. You will complete a Counter Fraud Investigator level 4 apprenticeship training course (ST0747).

Veritau’s graduate trainee programme typically lasts two years and includes completing a professional qualification in the relevant field. Trainees are supported throughout the programme, with paid study leave and experienced colleagues who act as mentors.

Our trainee roles represent an excellent opportunity to train for a professional career in the public sector. The package includes membership of a generous pension scheme and 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after five years of service.

We also offer flexible working arrangements which allow you to work at home and at times to suit you as far as possible.

How To Apply

To find out more about our current vacancies, and apply using the Veritau online application, please visit www.veritau.co.uk/careers.

If you require any documentation in a different format, please email us at [e-mail].

Closing date: Sunday 16 November 2025 at 12 midnight

Interview date: 17-19 December 2025

City of York Council (CYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools, academies and external organisations (third parties). CYC are not responsible for the recruitment and employment practices of these third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment or employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.