Principal Investigator

Position: Principal Investigator
Pay Rate: £450 per day
Location: Flexible/Remote
Contract: Temporary
Closing Date: Rolling

Overview:
Service Care Solutions is assisting Islington Council in recruiting a Principal Investigator to lead proactive and reactive fraud investigations. This role supports the council's Anti-Fraud Strategy, ensuring a high standard of integrity and effectiveness in combating fraud and corruption.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct complex fraud investigations, including whistleblowing cases. Deliver proactive fraud prevention plans. Prepare high-quality investigation reports and present findings to senior management. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen anti-fraud frameworks. Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks, including PACE, RIPA, and the Fraud Act. Provide fraud awareness training to staff and support the council’s risk management framework.

Requirements:

Qualifications: Accredited Counter-Fraud Investigation qualification or equivalent. Experience: Proven expertise in investigating fraud, taking witness statements, interviewing suspects, and preparing cases for court or hearings. Skills: Exceptional analytical, communication, and IT skills, with the ability to handle sensitive issues professionally.

Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact on local governance while working in a supportive and progressive environment.

Apply Today!
Contact Lewis Ashcroft at Service Care Solutions:
📧 lewis.ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk
📞 Call us on 01772 208962