?? Location: Avonmouth, Ayr, Bedford, Birmingham, Bristol, Chadderton, Guildford, Hastings, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Wrexham (Hybrid) ?? Salary: £29,525 - A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% ?? Contract Type: Permanent Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time The Counter Fraud Investigator is responsible for the day-to-day investigations across the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Driver/Rider/Vehicle environments. These roles will primarily work with Driver related investigations, although you will need to be highly adaptable and flexible, adjusting to the requirements of the role as and when business needs arise. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Adopting the role of Lead Investigator when allocated, with the responsibility of planning, preparing, and managing the investigations to a criminal standard based on evidence. Ensuring investigations are conducted in a manner which is only evidence based. Investigating all allocated reports of suspected theory and/or practical driving tests (including impersonations and technology assisted. cheating at tests) and malpractice against the agency. Benefits Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave). 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the Kings birthday. Access to the staff discount portal. Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc. Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues. 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff. Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. About you To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Knowledge & experience in managing and investigating criminal investigations to tight deadlines Demonstrable knowledge & experience of conducting criminal investigations in line with PACE, CPIA and the Scottish equivalents of CPA, Common Law. Strong organisational skills. Excellent communication skills in varying circumstances and have the ability to deal with conflicting situations. You are a confident person who enjoys building solid working relationships at all levels. A team player who enjoys working with others in a collaborative way, to achieve a common goal. You are adaptable and flexible, adjusting to the requirements and strategic direction of the business. If not already held, applicants will need to demonstrate a willingness to work towards an Advanced Professional Certificate in Investigative Practice at Level 7 when in post.