The Deputy Head of Local Counter Fraud is a senior investigative and leadership role responsible for protecting the Health Board from fraud, bribery and corruption. The post holder leads and manages complex criminal, civil and disciplinary investigations, while supporting and deputising for the Head of Counter Fraud.
Key aspects of the role include:
Conducting and overseeing fraud investigations, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses and suspects, and preparing prosecution files for the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).
Managing and supervising Local Counter Fraud Specialists, Technicians and Administrative Support staff, ensuring effective workload management, investigation quality and staff welfare.
Working closely with partner organisations including the NHS Counter Fraud Authority, NHS Counter Fraud Service Wales, Police, CPS, National Crime Agency and other public sector bodies.
Providing expert advice to senior leaders on fraud risks, investigations, disciplinary action, criminal proceedings and fraud prevention measures.
Delivering fraud awareness training, fraud-proofing initiatives and proactive exercises to promote a strong counter-fraud culture across the organisation.
Supporting delivery of the annual Counter Fraud Workplan and helping develop policies, procedures and strategies to reduce fraud risk.
The Deputy Head of Local Counter Fraud supports the leadership and delivery of the Health Board's counter fraud service, helping to protect NHS resources from fraud, bribery and corruption. Key responsibilities include leading and supervising the Local Counter Fraud Team, managing investigations, and deputising for the Head of Local Counter Fraud when required.
The post holder conducts and oversees complex criminal, civil and disciplinary investigations, gathering and analysing evidence, interviewing witnesses and suspects, preparing prosecution files, and presenting evidence in court and disciplinary proceedings.
The role provides expert advice to senior managers and key stakeholders on fraud risks, sanctions and preventative measures, while working closely with organisations such as the NHS Counter Fraud Authority, NHS Counter Fraud Service Wales, Police and the Crown Prosecution Service.
The post holder is also responsible for promoting a strong counter fraud culture through fraud awareness training, preventative exercises, fraud risk assessments and policy development. They support the delivery of the Annual Counter Fraud Work Plan, identify system weaknesses, recommend control improvements, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, professional standards and NHS requirements.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
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Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
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