Counter Fraud Specialist

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

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Job summary

The NHS Counter Fraud Service (CFS) Wales is responsible for the detection, investigation and the prevention of economic crime in NHS Wales. NHS CFS Wales has a vacancy for an accredited counter fraud specialist or an experienced fraud investigator to join the successful team which is based at Mamhilad Park Estate near Pontypool.

Applicants will display a good knowledge of investigative work, with relevant experience of criminal investigations in the public or private sector. They will demonstrate an awareness of current economic crime risks to the NHS and will possess extensive investigative and analytical skills with recent experience of the preparation and submission of prosecution files to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).

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

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will display a good knowledge of current fraud detection and investigation techniques to support the appropriate criminal, civil or disciplinary sanctions. They will demonstrate experience of attending courts or disciplinary hearings and providing evidence in a competent manner.

The successful applicant will be a good communicator with excellent written and oral presentation skills and be prepared to work flexibly to attend training events or work away from home.They will work closely with Local Counter Fraud Specialists (LCFS) at health bodies in NHS Wales and with other investigative bodies. They will be capable of briefing on complex fraud issues to various audiences, including senior NHS Managers or key stakeholders, and will display a good range of IT skills and high levels of energy and commitment.

They will work flexibly in accordance with the NWSSP agile working policy and may be required to travel to conduct enquiries or attend training events to obtain key accreditation or maintain CPD qualifications .

There is a relaxed but productive working environment with good promotion prospects within NHS Wales for the right applicant and excellent working conditions, vacation leave and salary terms.

About us

We have high standards and expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility & Innovating, whilst ensuring trust, honesty and compassion are implicit in everything that we do. We are adaptable, agile and flexible and pride ourselves on being a learning organisation - one where it is safe to make mistakes, where blame is replaced by opportunity, learning and improvement. Innovation is built into everything that we do. We recognise our people regularly and have an Appreciation Station, to encourage staff to applaud exemplary behaviour in one another, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned to our values. We respect and value our people and strive for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. We are a bilingual organisation, and we have a team of Change Champions who advocate 'This is Our NWSSP' our principal change programme. Similarly, PROUD is our new staff network welcoming LGBT+ colleagues and allies to come together in a safe space for discussions, event planning and the opportunity to build supportive networks. We have a comprehensive benefits package where there is something for everyone, supporting health, engagement and wellbeing and includes an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and work in partnership with local and national organisations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our people.

Date posted

22 January 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£41,659 to £47,673 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

043-AC018-0123

Job locations

NHS Counter Fraud Service Wales, 1st Floor, Block B, Mamhilad House

Mamhilad Park Estate

Pontypool, Torfaen

NP4 0YP


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrate a record of applying criminal, civil and disciplinary sanctionsry sanctions
  • Experience of liaising with outside agencies on fraud and corruption issues. ising
  • Developing and promoting projects on counter fraud work
  • Promoting a counter fraud culture in public or private sector

Specialist Knowledge and Aptitudes

Essential

  • Demonstrate a practical application of all relevant legislation in relation to the investigation and prosecution of suspected economic crime offences

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh
  • Hold Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist status, or similar qualification, or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of NHS Wales structures and working practices
  • Post graduate qualifications in counter fraud related subject

Disposition

Essential

  • Self -motivated, especially where there may be a degree of autonomy in respect of their workplace
  • Demonstrate the ability to work effectively and independently with minimum supervision
  • Be able to make an effective contribution within a team environment by providing advice, assistance and support to colleagues
  • Recognition of the potential need to work away from base for periods of time subject to operational demands
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrate a record of applying criminal, civil and disciplinary sanctionsry sanctions
  • Experience of liaising with outside agencies on fraud and corruption issues. ising
  • Developing and promoting projects on counter fraud work
  • Promoting a counter fraud culture in public or private sector

Specialist Knowledge and Aptitudes

Essential

  • Demonstrate a practical application of all relevant legislation in relation to the investigation and prosecution of suspected economic crime offences

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh
  • Hold Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist status, or similar qualification, or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of NHS Wales structures and working practices
  • Post graduate qualifications in counter fraud related subject

Disposition

Essential

  • Self -motivated, especially where there may be a degree of autonomy in respect of their workplace
  • Demonstrate the ability to work effectively and independently with minimum supervision
  • Be able to make an effective contribution within a team environment by providing advice, assistance and support to colleagues
  • Recognition of the potential need to work away from base for periods of time subject to operational demands

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Additional information

Certificate of Sponsorship

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 Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

NHS Counter Fraud Service Wales, 1st Floor, Block B, Mamhilad House

Mamhilad Park Estate

Pontypool, Torfaen

NP4 0YP


Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

NHS Counter Fraud Service Wales, 1st Floor, Block B, Mamhilad House

Mamhilad Park Estate

Pontypool, Torfaen

NP4 0YP


Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of NHS Counter Fraud Service Wales

Graham Dainty

graham.dainty@nhscfswales.gov.uk

01495334101

Date posted

22 January 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£41,659 to £47,673 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

043-AC018-0123

Job locations

NHS Counter Fraud Service Wales, 1st Floor, Block B, Mamhilad House

Mamhilad Park Estate

Pontypool, Torfaen

NP4 0YP


Supporting documents

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