Principal Investigator

**Lincolnshire County Council are seeking an experienced fraud investigator to join our developing team. The postholder will play a fundamental role in the oversight, development and delivery of investigations and assist implementation of robust counter fraud and anti-corruption arrangements at the Council.**:

- The ideal applicant will be an_**_ experienced investigator_**_ with a high level of_**_ knowledge relating to delivery of internal fraud investigations _**_and counter fraud arrangements. _

We are looking to recruit a **_proactive, organised and professional person_** **able to demonstrate a wide understanding of investigative practice, the current public sector fraud landscape, and local government financial processes.

You will be forward-thinking, with experience of management, development of colleagues, with ability to **_work effectively in partnership with others and collaborate with colleagues _**_in the Corporate Audit and Risk Management Service._Experience of hybrid delivery and oversight would be a distinct advantage.

As this role is key to the delivery of investigations and presentation of findings and evidence, it requires a **_confident, engaging and_** **_knowledgeable person_** in this essential function.

**_What we offer_**

Lincolnshire County Council has a flexible working policy, which includes themes such as a flexitime approach, condensed hours, as well as initiatives such as buying additional leave, corporate discounts and a generous pension scheme. We operate a hybrid approach to working, which is a mix of working from home and the office. The expectation is that staff are in the office in line with management requirements.

The role is based in Lincoln, and you will be expected to work across our Lincolnshire based clients. A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.

**_Next Steps_**

Closing Date: 6th August

Interviews: 15th August

**_A Smarter Working Employer_**
- We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process._
- Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed._
- Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment._