Local Counter Fraud Specialist

As part of the NHS Contract organisations are required to have counter fraud arrangements in place to provide added value through the use of counter fraud specialists, the purpose of this role is primarily to manage, control and deliver highly complex counter fraud investigations and value-added proactive work to a number of organisations simultaneously. The Senior Local Counter Fraud Specialist is responsible for a range of allocated ASW Assurance clients and the delivery of the operational counter fraud service to prevent, detect and investigate fraud, corruption and bribery in line with NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA) requirements. Assist the Counter Fraud Manager with managing and developing the counter fraud team, including the regular formal appraisal of performance, with a view to ensuring the most effective use of resources. As a counter fraud expert, to develop, promote and maintain effective counter fraud arrangements for a portfolio of clients in accordance with the NHS Counter Fraud initiative, working at Board level, with NHSCFA and the Police. Supervise and coach newer and less experienced colleagues in own work areas. To work in partnership with ASW Assurance audit colleagues and other external agencies in the key areas of counter fraud work as set out in Government Functional Standard 13 relating to Counter Fraud. Identify and provide solutions to fraud risks in line with the Government Counter Fraud Profession Fraud Risk Assessment Methodology. Escalate risks in the event of insufficient mitigation and proactively track progress of fraud risk mitigation implementation. As the main counter fraud service provider to the NHS in the South West, ASW Assurance provides an excellent, value added service, which meets and exceeds the delivery of both national and local NHS counter fraud requirements. ASW Assurance work is focused to ensure that fraud risks that may prevent the achievement of NHS organisations strategic objectives are kept to a minimum. The counter fraud work is pivotal in ensuring that the organisation’s specific fraud risks are identified and managed to prevent financial loss and protect the organisation’s reputation. We also deliver specialised security management consultancy services, and can provide a comprehensive, joined up, resilient anti-crime service. Detailed job description and responsibilities are included in the Job Description. Please see attached.