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NHS Counter Fraud Authority
Gwybodaeth
The NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA) is the national body responsible all for matters relating to the prevention, detection and investigation of economic crime across the NHS. Aligned to the DH Health Group Counter Fraud strategy, the NHSCFA acts as the principal lead for the NHS and wider health group in counter fraud intelligence work.
Cysylltu
- Address
- NHS Counter Fraud Authority
- 7th Floor,
- 10 South Colonnade,
- London
- E14 4QQ
- Contact Number
- 0300 330 0739
Fraud Investigator
Closed for applications on: 2-Maw-2023 00:00
Statws y swydd wag: Closed
Closed for applications on: 2-Maw-2023 00:00
Manylion allweddol
Lleoliad
- Gwefan
- 7th Floor, HM Government Hub
- Cyfeiriad
- 10 South Colonnade Canary Wharf
- Tref
- London
- Cod post
- E14 4QQ
- Major / Minor Region
- Tyne a Wear
Math o gontract a phatrwm gwaith
- Contract
- Parhaol
- Oriau
- Llawnamser
- Gweithio gartref neu o bell
Cyflog
- Cyflog
- £33,706 - £40,588 per annum
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yn flynyddol
- Gradd
- (NHS AfC: Band 6)
Arbenigedd
- Prif leoliad
- Administration
The NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA) is the national body responsible all for matters relating to the prevention, detection and investigation of economic crime across the NHS. Aligned to the DH Health Group Counter Fraud strategy, the NHSCFA acts as the principal lead for the NHS and wider health group in counter fraud intelligence work.
The NHSBSA is responsible for the processing of your application; a privacy notice is attached to advise you on how we will process your personal data.
The NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA) is the national body responsible all for matters relating to the prevention, detection and investigation of economic crime across the NHS. Aligned to the DH Health Group Counter Fraud strategy, the NHSCFA acts as the principal lead for the NHS and wider health group in counter fraud intelligence work.
The NHSBSA is responsible for the processing of your application; a privacy notice is attached to advise you on how we will process your personal data.
Trosolwg o'r swydd
The National Health Service Counter Fraud Authority are looking to recruit experienced Fraud Investigators to work within the Counter Fraud Authority National Investigation Service. The remit of our National Investigation Service is to investigate allegations of fraud or other economic crime against the National Health Service. Our investigators are experts in investigations and investigative practice who undertake duties to obtain and present the evidence required to prove or disprove allegations of fraud and corruption falling within the remit of the Counter Fraud Authority.
The Counter Fraud Authority has offices in London, Coventry and Newcastle and there is the opportunity for office based, hybrid or home working based at any of these locations. Working in the London area will attract High Cost Area Supplement where appropriate.
Candidates are encouraged to discuss the vacancy with the Recruiting Manager: [email protected]
NPPV Level 2 vetting will be required
Advert
The Fraud Investigator will be an expert in investigations and investigative practice, who works within the NHSCFA National Investigation Service (NIS) providing a comprehensive investigative function tasked to them by the Fraud Investigation Lead (FIL) and/or Officer in Charge (OIC). They will undertake duties to obtain and present the evidence required to prove or disprove allegations of fraud falling within the remit of NHSCFA. They will undertake investigative work to apply appropriate sanctions, whether disciplinary, civil and/or criminal. All work to be carried out to a standard required by the appropriate Courts.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
We have offices based in Coventry, Newcastle and London and also offer flexible and home based working. The NHSCFA values and respects the diversity of its employees, and aims to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including an invitation to the first stage of the selection process and consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. If you are applying to undertake this role on a secondment basis you should have agreement to being released from your current role in principle, prior to submitting an application form. When you apply for this role you will be redirected to our recruitment system TRAC. Please apply without delay as reserve the right to close any vacancies from further submissions when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. The CFA does not hold a sponsor licence in respect of skilled worker visas and so is unable to employ candidates requiring sponsorship.
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The post holder will work as part of NHSCFA National Investigation Service investigation team investigating allegations of serious and complex fraud, bribery and corruption. This will include:
- Analysing all possible avenues and methods of investigation to obtain evidence
- Applying knowledge and experience of the processes and systems across the NHS to determine where relevant evidence can be found
- Analysing and understand the financial, accounting, payment and organisational factors within the NHS relevant to the type and location of the fraud committed. Convert technical information into plain English, suitable for presentation at Court.
- Establish contact with, interview and take statements from relevant witnesses including expert witnesses, displaying the knowledge and application of effective interviewing techniques
- Support the preparation and presentation of briefings to NHSCFA, NHS health body managers, police and other agencies in relation to arrests, searches and interviews with suspects
- Actively assist NIS staff, police and other agencies in arrest and search procedures, providing expert professional advice where required, all in accordance with current legislation. Where evidence has been passed to NHSCFA following such procedures, or otherwise obtained in the course of an investigation, ensure that the integrity of the evidence is maintained in accordance with internal NHSCFA policy.
- Plan and conduct interviews under caution with suspects either at police stations or NHS premises in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (1984).
- Prepare cases for criminal, civil and disciplinary consideration in all cases where evidence of fraud is established, including the construction of prosecution files
- Maintain investigation files and evidence with due regard to the Criminal Procedures Investigation Act 1996, including management and disclosure of unused material in accordance with the act.
- Support the preparation of appropriate and lawful applications for directed surveillance and support the preparation of applications under the NHS Health Act as required.
- To manage, co-ordinate and participate in operations involving, searches and arrests with NHSCFA staff and other agencies.
- Ensure the integrity and continuity of evidence at all times in line with current legislative requirements. Appropriate use, maintenance and security of NHSCFA premises, assets, evidence, exhibits and equipment
- Attend criminal and civil courts, disciplinary hearings of NHS England or other employers and professional and regulatory bodies, as required, in the capacity of witness and / or case officer to give evidence competently, including in cross examination. Provide guidance, advice and instructions to Counsel and other legal professionals before and during criminal and civil proceedings.
- Provide continuous support, advice and guidance, and manage the expectations of, witnesses and victims and other clients including NHS staff, patients and healthcare professionals, from the time of initial contact until after the conclusion of an investigation including any court process.
- Provide advice to HR Directors and other senior management on disciplinary, criminal and civil action.
- Manage and prioritise own workload, adhering to non-negotiable deadlines imposed by courts and police.
- Promote and contribute to the development of policies, practices and procedures for NHSCFA and more widely across NHS commissioning.
- Work with NHSCFA Financial Investigators to support work to negotiate financial recoveries of funds
Decision Making:
Responsible for operational decision making in relation to all activities tasked by the investigating officer and/or other NIS staff, ensuring that compliance with legislation and codes of practice is adhered to all times
Displaying an independence of operational decision making in relation to investigative work tasked to the postholder within the body of a fraud investigation
People Management:
Direct line management responsibility for Band 5 Fraud Investigation Support Officers. The Fraud Investigator will also be responsible for matrix management of other NIS staff in accordance with tasks and programmes of work associated with the role
The NHSCFA values and respects the diversity of its employees, and aims to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including an invitation to the first stage of the selection process and consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
All new entrants to the NHS will be appointed on the minimum of the pay scale in line with Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions.
If you are applying to undertake this role on a secondment basis you should discuss this opportunity with your manager and have agreement to being released from your current role in principle, prior to submitting an application form.
We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further submissions when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role. For help with completing your application form, please read the guidance notes attached to this advert.
Please note all contact is made via our TRAC recruitment system. Please check your account regularly. If you are shortlisted for interview you will be required to provide proof of ID and the right to work in the UK.(Please refer to attached guidance documents for further details). Failure to bring the required proof will mean that we may be unable to proceed with your interview.
Please ensure you provide full contact details, including email address or fax number for each referee.
NHS Counter Fraud Authority Website: www.cfa.nhs.uk
The NHSBSA is responsible for the processing of your application; a privacy notice is available at the following link to advise you on how we will process your personal data.
The NHSCFA values and respects the diversity of its employees, and aims to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including an invitation to the first stage of the selection process and consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
All new entrants to the NHS will be appointed on the minimum of the pay scale in line with Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions.
If you are applying to undertake this role on a secondment basis you should discuss this opportunity with your manager and have agreement to being released from your current role in principle, prior to submitting an application form.
We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further submissions when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role. For help with completing your application form, please read the guidance notes attached to this advert.
Please note all contact is made via our TRAC recruitment system. Please check your account regularly. If you are shortlisted for interview you will be required to provide proof of ID and the right to work in the UK.(Please refer to attached guidance documents for further details). Failure to bring the required proof will mean that we may be unable to proceed with your interview.
Please ensure you provide full contact details, including email address or fax number for each referee.
NHS Counter Fraud Authority Website: www.cfa.nhs.uk
Manyleb y person
Person Spec
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Practical knowledge of the requirements of PACE and Acts/Codes of Practice relating to prosecutions and investigation work; including CPIA, DPA, RIPA, Human Rights Act, Fraud Act 2006, Theft Acts, Bribery Act 2010, and Money Laundering Regulations Technical and practical knowledge of fraud investigatory principles and practice, including the undertaking of criminal, disciplinary and civil action Applied knowledge of managing and interpreting sensitive and confidential information
- Have demonstrable practical experience of successfully investigating fraud and be able to demonstrate a proven track record of applying a range of sanctions in relation to fraud offences Experience of using IT as an investigative tool to investigate fraud
- Educated to degree level, or equivalent in a relevant counter fraud or criminal justice discipline or be able to demonstrate equivalent relevant practical experience. Hold Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist status or similar qualification, or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience.
- Excellent interpersonal negotiation and influencing skills, Excellent written communication skills and experience of drafting and presenting a range of material for a variety of audiences. Excellent verbal and influencing skills
- Required to visit various sites when required.
- Can demonstrate the ability to prioritise effectively, set targets and monitor achievements to deliver quality engagement services across a number of diverse tasks whilst working to tight deadlines. Can demonstrable an analytical approach to identifying problems and developing real and practical solutions. Understanding and proficiency in MS Office Program suite and others as required Must demonstrate significant considerable forward thinking and initiative
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Gavin Heaton
- Teitl y swydd
- Fraud Investigation Lead
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
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