Job summary
We seek an accredited Financial Investigator with significant demonstrable experience in providing proactive support to ongoing criminal investigations, including the identification of assets for restraint and ultimately, confiscation using the full range of powers conferred under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 where possible, but specifically your accreditation under Part 2, Part 8 and S.16. You will assist the Financial Investigation & Intelligence Lead in the implementation and development of key strategic goals such as providing FI support to NHS investigative casework across the sector, asset recovery and the development and use of Financial Intelligence.
Interviews will be held w/c 9th May
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. In addition to the advertised salary working in the London area will attract High Cost Area Supplement where appropriate
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should we receive a significant number of applications
This post requires NPPV level 2
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work within the NHSCFA National Investigation Service, providing a comprehensive financial investigation function tasked to them via the Financial Investigation and Intelligence Lead and/or the National Operations Manager. Operating as an Accredited Financial Investigator for the NHSCFA the postholder will undertake all aspects of Financial Investigation under the terms of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, previous legislation as appropriate and associated legislation. They will provide advice, guidance and assistance in all matters of Financial Investigation and financial recovery to colleagues within NHSCFA engaged in the investigation of allegations of fraud, bribery and corruption committed against or affecting the NHS or wider health group, will lead and direct confiscation and money laundering investigations, and prepare and obtain appropriate investigative court orders as required
About us
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
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work as part of the NHSCFA National Investigation Service
- In association with the Fraud Investigation Lead the post holder will contribute to the agreed plan of activity that will drive forward the units work in meeting the organisational strategic objectives
- To direct, task and assign investigative activity to other Fraud Investigation Officers and Financial Investigation and Intelligence Support Officers as required
- To support operational investigations undertaken by NHSCFA by considering the application of financial investigation methods and processes with a view to establishing how, and to what extent, persons suspected of acquisitive crime have benefited from suspected offending and securing evidence beneficial to the investigation where possible.
- Conduct confidential enquiries with fraud investigation teams and compliance managers within all types of financial institutions and other external organisations in furtherance of confiscation and money laundering investigations.
- Prepare all documents necessary and apply for all types of court orders as defined in the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.
- Prepare and present briefings to NHSCFA investigators concerning financial investigation matters in the context of arrests, searches and interviews with suspects.
- Maintain financial 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.
- Prepare statements of information in accordance with Section 16 Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 for tendering to the Court by prosecuting lawyers
- Maintain and update relevant entries on Joint Asset Recovery Database
- To receive Suspicious Activity Reports and assess value of information with a view to financial investigation.
- Interview under caution of persons suspected of money laundering offences and preparation of prosecution files.
- Conduct financial interviews with convicted persons where appropriate
- Actively assist police and other agencies in arrest and search procedures relating to NHSCFA investigations, providing expert professional advice where required, all in accordance with current legislation.
- Manage and prioritise own caseload, adhering to non-negotiable deadlines imposed by courts and police.
- Attend criminal and civil courts, disciplinary hearings of NHS or other employers and professional and regulatory bodies, as and when required, in the capacity of Accredited Financial Investigator or witness to give evidence competently, including in cross examination. Provide guidance, advice and instructions to Counsel and other legal professionals before and during financial, criminal and civil proceedings.
- Contribute to the development of policies, practices and procedures for NHSCFA and more widely across the NHS and the Department of Health.
- 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.
- To take part in proactive work to identify fraud and associated financial offences as directed by the Fraud Investigation and Intelligence Lead
Decision Making:
Acting as Officer in Charge of serious and complex financial investigations and asset recovery activity, responsible for leading investigations within operational guidelines and appropriate legislation with authority for all tactical and strategic decisions.
Displaying an independence of operational decision making in relation to investigative work tasked to the postholder by the Financial Investigation and Intelligence Lead
People Management:
Direct line management responsibility for Band 5 Financial Investigation and Intelligence Support Officers. the post holder will also be responsible for matrix management of other NIS staff in accordance with tasks and programmes of work associated with the role
General:
- All staff are expected to comply with Health and Safety legislation and guidance, and All Policies and Procedures while performing their duties.
- All Staff will display, and abide by, the organisations Values and Behaviours, appropriate to their level, and to ensure that the current Values and Behaviours are observed by their reports (If applicable) and others. These may be updated from time to time.
- The duties in this Job Description are not Exhaustive and may be altered at any time to reflect the changing needs of the Organisation.
- A Review of the Job Description will be conducted if appropriate.
- All Managers are responsible for supporting their people to be their best.
- All Managers will ensure that all aspects of work, quality and attendance are in line with the relevant current policies.
- NHSCFA staff will have a minimal level factor scoring for patient care, research and development, working conditions and emotional effort when reviewing the NHS Job Evaluation Handbook
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work as part of the NHSCFA National Investigation Service
- In association with the Fraud Investigation Lead the post holder will contribute to the agreed plan of activity that will drive forward the units work in meeting the organisational strategic objectives
- To direct, task and assign investigative activity to other Fraud Investigation Officers and Financial Investigation and Intelligence Support Officers as required
- To support operational investigations undertaken by NHSCFA by considering the application of financial investigation methods and processes with a view to establishing how, and to what extent, persons suspected of acquisitive crime have benefited from suspected offending and securing evidence beneficial to the investigation where possible.
- Conduct confidential enquiries with fraud investigation teams and compliance managers within all types of financial institutions and other external organisations in furtherance of confiscation and money laundering investigations.
- Prepare all documents necessary and apply for all types of court orders as defined in the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.
- Prepare and present briefings to NHSCFA investigators concerning financial investigation matters in the context of arrests, searches and interviews with suspects.
- Maintain financial 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.
- Prepare statements of information in accordance with Section 16 Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 for tendering to the Court by prosecuting lawyers
- Maintain and update relevant entries on Joint Asset Recovery Database
- To receive Suspicious Activity Reports and assess value of information with a view to financial investigation.
- Interview under caution of persons suspected of money laundering offences and preparation of prosecution files.
- Conduct financial interviews with convicted persons where appropriate
- Actively assist police and other agencies in arrest and search procedures relating to NHSCFA investigations, providing expert professional advice where required, all in accordance with current legislation.
- Manage and prioritise own caseload, adhering to non-negotiable deadlines imposed by courts and police.
- Attend criminal and civil courts, disciplinary hearings of NHS or other employers and professional and regulatory bodies, as and when required, in the capacity of Accredited Financial Investigator or witness to give evidence competently, including in cross examination. Provide guidance, advice and instructions to Counsel and other legal professionals before and during financial, criminal and civil proceedings.
- Contribute to the development of policies, practices and procedures for NHSCFA and more widely across the NHS and the Department of Health.
- 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.
- To take part in proactive work to identify fraud and associated financial offences as directed by the Fraud Investigation and Intelligence Lead
Decision Making:
Acting as Officer in Charge of serious and complex financial investigations and asset recovery activity, responsible for leading investigations within operational guidelines and appropriate legislation with authority for all tactical and strategic decisions.
Displaying an independence of operational decision making in relation to investigative work tasked to the postholder by the Financial Investigation and Intelligence Lead
People Management:
Direct line management responsibility for Band 5 Financial Investigation and Intelligence Support Officers. the post holder will also be responsible for matrix management of other NIS staff in accordance with tasks and programmes of work associated with the role
General:
- All staff are expected to comply with Health and Safety legislation and guidance, and All Policies and Procedures while performing their duties.
- All Staff will display, and abide by, the organisations Values and Behaviours, appropriate to their level, and to ensure that the current Values and Behaviours are observed by their reports (If applicable) and others. These may be updated from time to time.
- The duties in this Job Description are not Exhaustive and may be altered at any time to reflect the changing needs of the Organisation.
- A Review of the Job Description will be conducted if appropriate.
- All Managers are responsible for supporting their people to be their best.
- All Managers will ensure that all aspects of work, quality and attendance are in line with the relevant current policies.
- NHSCFA staff will have a minimal level factor scoring for patient care, research and development, working conditions and emotional effort when reviewing the NHS Job Evaluation Handbook
Person Specification
PS
Essential
- A detailed and in-depth knowledge of the Proceeds of Crime legislation, procedure and practice Detailed and working 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
- Significant practical experience of successfully undertaking fraud, money laundering and financial investigations within a public/private sector environment Significant experience of applying for, and successfully obtaining, POCA Production Orders Significant practical experience of applying criminal and civil sanctions in relation to fraud and money laundering offences in a multi-agency environment. Experience of liaising closely with outside agencies within legislative and regulatory frameworks to combat fraud, corruption and money laundering offences
- 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. Must hold, or be able to attain, Accredited Financial Investigator status with the NCA and maintain that status through a process of Continued Professional Development.
- Excellent interpersonal negotiation and influencing skills, especially handling complex issues and topics with a range of stakeholders at different levels Excellent written communication skills and experience of drafting and presenting a range of material for a variety of audiences. Excellent verbal and influencing skills to senior management level.
- 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
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS structure and working practices
- Post-graduate qualification or equivalent in relevant counter fraud or criminal justice discipline Post-graduate qualification or equivalent in relevant counter fraud or criminal justice discipline Adult education qualification in Financial Investigation
PS
Essential
- A detailed and in-depth knowledge of the Proceeds of Crime legislation, procedure and practice Detailed and working 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
Person Specification
PS
Essential
- A detailed and in-depth knowledge of the Proceeds of Crime legislation, procedure and practice Detailed and working 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
- Significant practical experience of successfully undertaking fraud, money laundering and financial investigations within a public/private sector environment Significant experience of applying for, and successfully obtaining, POCA Production Orders Significant practical experience of applying criminal and civil sanctions in relation to fraud and money laundering offences in a multi-agency environment. Experience of liaising closely with outside agencies within legislative and regulatory frameworks to combat fraud, corruption and money laundering offences
- 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. Must hold, or be able to attain, Accredited Financial Investigator status with the NCA and maintain that status through a process of Continued Professional Development.
- Excellent interpersonal negotiation and influencing skills, especially handling complex issues and topics with a range of stakeholders at different levels Excellent written communication skills and experience of drafting and presenting a range of material for a variety of audiences. Excellent verbal and influencing skills to senior management level.
- 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
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS structure and working practices
- Post-graduate qualification or equivalent in relevant counter fraud or criminal justice discipline Post-graduate qualification or equivalent in relevant counter fraud or criminal justice discipline Adult education qualification in Financial Investigation
PS
Essential
- A detailed and in-depth knowledge of the Proceeds of Crime legislation, procedure and practice Detailed and working 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
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Counter Fraud Authority
Address
7th Floor, Canary Wharf London E14 4PU
HM Government Hub 10 South Colonnade
London
E14 4QQ
Employer's website
https://cfa.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
