Local Counter Fraud Specialist / Compliance Officer

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

3mo ago

Job
Full-time
Mid & Senior Level
Legal

AI generated summary

You must be a formally accredited NHS counter-fraud specialist with strong analytical skills, team-oriented, able to work under pressure, and have a grasp of internal audit or finance functions.
You will investigate NHS fraud, promote anti-fraud culture, support compliance functions, and communicate effectively across the organization while working independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

Candidates must be formally accredited NHS counter-fraud specialists, with proven NHS counter fraud work experience of the full range of LCFS duties.
The successful candidate must be a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual who is able to work on their own initiative but also has the ability to be a committed team player in order to continue the success of the counter fraud collaborative.
They will possess strong analytical skills, the ability to work under pressure to tight timescales and the ability to communicate with confidence across all levels of the organisation both verbally and in writing.
The role encompasses an expanded compliance function which will complement the LCFS function, so experience of internal audit or an understanding of finance department functions would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a small but dedicated in-house NHS counter fraud collaborative team, responsible for investigating suspicions of NHS fraud and corruption to a criminal standard and promoting a strong anti-fraud culture. Currently providing a quality service to Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (the host organisation), Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust. The successful candidate will be the nominated Local Counter Fraud Specialist (LCFS) for Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and will also actively support the wider counter fraud collaborative team as necessary. If you believe that you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join our NHS counter fraud collaborative team, we would be interested in receiving your application. Candidates must be formally accredited NHS counter-fraud specialists, with proven NHS counter fraud work experience of the full range of LCFS duties. The successful candidate must be a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual who is able to work on their own initiative but also has the ability to be a committed team player in order to continue the success of the counter fraud collaborative. They will possess strong analytical skills, the ability to work under pressure to tight timescales and the ability to communicate with confidence across all levels of the organisation both verbally and in writing. The role encompasses an expanded compliance function which will complement the LCFS function, so experience of internal audit or an understanding of finance department functions would be advantageous. NLAG is part of one of the largest acute and community Group arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion. Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Group has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve. Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH. As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology. We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Group and our community. Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated. For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below. As a Trust we are keen to offer and encourage flexible working opportunities to address health and wellbeing and work-life balance for our employees, this will have a positive impact on the care we provide. Flexible working is part of a wider commitment to improve the quality and experience of working life and we recognise that it is a key contributor for the recruitment and retention of our employees. We therefore support and encourage open conversations around a specific working pattern to suit your work-life balance or a multi-role career, if it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen. Local flexible working arrangements are developed in partnership between the line manager and employee in order to ensure equality of access to flexible working, as far as practicable, regardless of role, shift pattern, team or pay, based on: patient/service user and staff experience, service delivery and work-life balance of colleagues. We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients. We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of people’s age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at https://joinnlag.co.uk/ In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Recruitment & Workforce team will use and hold your personal data for the intended purpose and in line with the Recruitment & Workforce Privacy Statement. “We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers”. Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Local Counter Fraud Specialist?

The primary responsibility is to investigate suspicions of NHS fraud and corruption to a criminal standard and promote a strong anti-fraud culture within the organization.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must be formally accredited NHS counter-fraud specialists with proven NHS counter-fraud work experience in the full range of Local Counter Fraud Specialist duties.

Which Trust will the successful candidate serve as the Local Counter Fraud Specialist?

The successful candidate will be the nominated Local Counter Fraud Specialist for Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

What skills are important for this role?

Important skills include strong analytical abilities, effective communication across all levels of the organization, the ability to work under pressure, and experience in internal audit or finance department functions is advantageous.

Is there an emphasis on teamwork in this role?

Yes, a commitment to being a team player is essential for continuing the success of the counter fraud collaborative team.

How does the organization view flexible working arrangements?

The organization supports flexible working opportunities to improve health, wellbeing, and work-life balance for employees.

What commitment does the Trust have towards diversity and inclusion?

The Trust values diverse perspectives and ideas and welcomes applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.

Will new employees be charged for any background checks?

Yes, all new employees starting work will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.

What is the budget managed by the Group?

The Group manages a budget of over £1.3 billion.

How does the organization promote staff health and wellbeing?

The organization is committed to safeguarding the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all staff, which underpins their values as stated in the NHS Constitution.

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

Kindness, Courage, Respect

Science & Healthcare

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5001-10,000

Employees

2001

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust offers a range of healthcare services across Northern Lincolnshire and Goole. Their mission is to provide high-quality, safe, and compassionate care to improve the health and well-being of their communities. Their purpose is to deliver exceptional care through their hospitals and community services, focusing on patient-centered approaches and continuous improvement in health outcomes.