Internal Investigations Officer - Financial in Lambeth

Role Overview

This role will focus on the prevention, detection and investigation of financial crime issues, including fraud, bribery & corruption and malpractice. The post holder will specifically undertake work, with little supervision, assigned by the Management Team covering reactive investigations. 

Key Responsibilities

• Review complex and sensitive information and evaluate the suitability of referrals for fraud investigation that will result in outcomes as per the Council’s parallel sanctions policy. 
• Assist in the development and implementation of appropriate protocols to ensure evidence gathered during investigations is legally obtained in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act and other supporting legislation, increasing the chance of achieving successful prosecutions and sanctions in the most efficient manner.
• As required assist the Management Team in the preparation of reports for senior management on IACF performance and work flow and key achievements on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
• Working with minimum supervision to plan, prepare and lead investigations, including where appropriate conducting Interviews Under Caution, in accordance with relevant legislation and good practice.      Evaluate evidence and where appropriate put offences to offender.
• Assist in investigations involving covert surveillance, having full regard for relevant legislation.
• To investigate breaches of the Council’s Code of Conduct, regulations and ensure compliance with statutory obligations.

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How to Apply

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