Job Title: Financial Fraud Investigator (PO2)
Location: Enfield Civic Centre, Service Care Solutions (Assisting a Local Council)
Contract Type: Agency Work, Full-Time (37 hours per week)
Contract Duration: 11/11/2024 - 31/01/2025
Closing Date: 25/10/2024
About the Role:
Service Care Solutions is assisting a local council in seeking an experienced Financial Fraud Investigator to join a multidisciplinary team within the Housing Benefit/Financial Assessment structure. You will play a critical role in assessing tenant and provider eligibility for supported housing, challenging Housing Benefit claims, and reducing eligible rent elements. The role focuses on investigating potential fraud related to supported (exempt) accommodation tenants and providers.
The council offers flexible hybrid working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities:
Investigate providers to assess compliance with not-for-profit requirements, care provision, and tenancy eligibility.
Examine links between providers, potential fraud involving Directors, and associated companies.
Investigate fraud related to DWP benefits, council tax support, and council tax fraud.
Conduct interviews and prepare reports and evidence for disciplinary or Court hearings.
Collaborate with senior managers and key stakeholders, maintaining integrity when presenting findings.
Essential Skills and Experience:
Extensive experience in investigative environments, including conducting interviews and preparing reports for Cou...