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Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 09 January 2026
Section: Corporate Fraud
Location: Lancaster
Salary: £33,699 to £35,412 per annum
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Reference: CORV07002
We are seeking to recruit a hardworking and highly motivated Counter Fraud Officer with an accredited counter fraud qualification and significant experience working in an enforcement environment, including anti‑fraud work, to provide efficient and effective delivery of the Council's policies and procedures relating to the prevention, detection and investigation of suspected fraud.
The authority is responsible for delivering the Counter Fraud services for Preston City Council, Lancaster City Council and Fylde Council across a shared service and partnership agreement. This post will be a hybrid post based at Lancaster City Council, Town Hall, Dalton Square, Lancaster, with the expectation to operate across all three sites should the need arise.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self‑motivated investigator who can demonstrate an ability to deal with members of the public working as part of a small team with the capability to work on their own initiative.
Responsibilities
As a Corporate Fraud Officer you will concentrate on the investigation of fraud within different Council departments and partner organisations, with an emphasis on Council Tax, Revenues and Local Authority Housing. The work is challenging and therefore the ability to work under pressure in order to meet strict deadlines is essential.
Tasks include: identifying risk, conducting investigations, liaising with partner agencies and legal departments, making statements to the police, and representing the Council or partners at court when required.
Some out of office hours work may be required and the post carries a casual car users allowance. It is essential that you have a full driving licence.
Qualifications
• Accredited counter fraud qualification.
• Significant experience in enforcement or anti‑fraud work.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interview skills.
• Knowledge of Council services at higher risk to fraud.
• Comprehensive knowledge of fraud investigation legislation and best practice.
Benefits
Flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 30 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family‑friendly policies, Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVCs, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, cycle‑to‑work scheme, discounted bus and rail fares.
International Sponsorship: this role is not open to International Sponsorship.
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