Investigations Officer – Public Protection Unit
TipTopJob Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Hours per week: 28 hours.
Responsibilities
* To manage a varied caseload of complex investigations referred to the Anti:Fraud and Corruption Team and ensure that cases are investigated to a high professional standard and in accordance to statutory requirements.
* To produce comprehensive, high-level written reports from investigations that include both conclusions and recommendations for the Director of the relevant directorate.
* To ensure that fraud and corruption is prevented, detected and investigated.
* To ensure that appropriate recommendations, sanctions and prosecutions are applied effectively.
* To perform the responsibilities of the post in a way that is consistent, adds value to the core objectives and values of the section and the organisation.
* To manage the National Fraud Initiative (NFI) biannual exercise and ensure that it is undertaken in a timely and efficient manner.
* To undertake interviews of officers, members, clients, contractors, partners and customers in a professional manner and in accordance with best accepted practices.
* To maintain accurate computerised and manual records of investigations, ensuring that these records are kept securely at all times.
* To collate, analyse, preserve and present evidence of investigations for internal disciplinary hearings or any legal proceedings as appropriate.
* To undertake joint working with the police during arrest and search of suspect’s property, and attend police station to process and interview arrested suspects, noting any required protective gear.
* To act as a disclosures officer for cases where a legal proceeding is undertaken in accordance with the Criminal Procedure and Investigation Act 1996.
* To undertake pre‑employment vetting for high‑risk positions, validate information supplied by prospective employees, identify discrepancies and make recommendations where applicable.
* To maintain a working knowledge of legislation affecting welfare benefits such as Housing and Tax Benefits and refer any cases from pre‑employment vetting to the Revenues section where discrepancies affect any benefits, discounts, disregard, or exemptions claimed.
* To represent as a witness for disciplinary hearings and related proceedings.
* To undertake all investigations with due regard to internal policies and procedures and comply with legislative requirements such as employment legislation, the Criminal Procedures and Investigatory Act 1998, Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000, Human Rights Act 2018, Fraud Act 2007, Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE), Data Protection Act 1998, Road Traffic Act 1975, Housing Act, Health and Safety at Work Act, and other relevant legislation.
* To carry out all investigations with due regard to internal policies and procedures and maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all cases.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industry: Advertising Services
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