What's involved with this role: JOB TITLE: Tenancy Housing Investigations Officer REF: Hackney 122270 Pay rate: £371.04 per day PAYE Contract Type: Temporary, Anticipated 6 months Working Arrangement: Assume office based A Basic DBS is needed for this role In order to apply for this role a recognised qualification in counter fraud studies (e.g., Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist) and/or significant practical experience in social housing tenancy fraud or comparable investigation work. The role: On behalf of a local council, we are seeking a Tenancy Investigations Officer to play a crucial role in protecting the Council's social housing stock for those in genuine need. You will be responsible for providing a comprehensive investigation service into cases of tenancy fraud within the borough. Working with minimal supervision, your primary goal will be to undertake investigations from referral to conclusion, obtaining the necessary evidence to support the repossession of misused properties and ensure fairness in our housing system. This role is vital for ensuring our housing services operate with integrity and that internal controls are effective. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of tenancy fraud investigations, carrying out all aspects of the investigative work including interviews, taking witness statements, and liaising with the police Obtain information from various systems and sources to build robust cases for legal action, such as the recovery of unlawfully sublet properties or the refusal of 'Right to Buy' applications Prepare high-quality case reports and progress updates for senior management and stakeholders, ensuring all investigation records are meticulously maintained Work closely with staff across the Council, social housing providers, and external partners. A key part of your role will be assisting in the development and delivery of fraud awareness training for housing staff Ensure all work is conducted in compliance with relevant legislation such as PACE, RIPA, DPA, and HRA, as well as Council policies and best practice guidelines. What the client is looking for: A recognised qualification in counter fraud studies (e.g., Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist) and/or significant practical experience in social housing tenancy fraud or comparable investigation work Experience working in a counter-fraud or investigative role, preferably within the public sector Knowledge of the legislative framework governing investigations, including PACE, CPIA, RIPA, the Fraud Act, and the Prevention of Social Housing Fraud Act (POSHFA) Knowledge of housing law, particularly the Housing Acts as they apply to sub-letting Excellent communication skills (oral, written, and presentation) with experience producing detailed reports and witness statements Ability to organise and prioritise a large and varied workload, using your own initiative to drive cases forward Ability to work flexibly outside of normal office hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends when an investigation demands it Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which is acceptable to the Council. How to Apply Quote the Job Title and Reference Number in your application. Submit your CV in Word format. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—early submission is recommended. We will also add your details to our mail out lists. Please note you may receive details of roles outside of your immediate vicinity, as many candidates are able to relocate temporarily for work. Please disregard any such emails that are not of interest and let us know if you would rather not receive such mailouts and/or if you wish us to delete your details and prefer to apply direct to our advertised roles. If you do not hear from us within three working days, unfortunately your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion. Thank you for your interest in working with us Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for. AD Please note that clients invariably ask us to strip out contact details from CVs before we submit them for consideration. This is always quicker and easier to do if you send your CV to us in Word format, rather than as a PDF please.