Counter Fraud Officer

Job Introduction

Job Title: Counter Fraud Officer
Salary: £37,036 - £39,513 per annum 
35 Hours per Week
Location: Wildwood, Wildwood Drive, Worcester, WR5 2QT and Home Working
Team: Internal Audit (Chief Executive's Unit)
Permanent Contract

This is a newly created role to achieve a greater and more proactive approach to counter fraud measures in the Council. The role will be instrumental in the delivery of the counter fraud plan, ensure that counter fraud risk mitigation is in place and counter fraud measures are strong and continuously developed throughout the Council.

 There will be an expectation that you will identify opportunities to enhance the counter fraud measures throughout the Council.  You will be expected to work with stakeholders to design and implement pragmatic solutions to reduce the potential for fraud. You will be encouraged to explore innovative solutions to counter fraud issues and get involved in projects to ensure counter fraud measures are designed in from an early stage.  

You will be part of the internal audit service. The successful candidate will report to the Audit and Compliance Manager with an expectation that you will take responsibility for strategic development, training to promote an anti-fraud culture and awareness, investigation, promote prevent and deter methodologies and use detection methods. The role will provide the right candidate with a real opportunity to develop yourself and career.

For further information please contact: Andy Bromage at abromage1@worcestershire.gov.uk

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage 

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us? 

Some of these offers include: 

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible. 

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 22nd March 2026
Anticipated Interview Date: 31st March 2026