Apprentice Fraud Investigator

Liverpool City Council

Apprenticeship summary

Turn curiosity into a career in fraud investigation, working as part of our Audit Team.

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Closing date: June 1, 2026

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Wage:
£24,796 a year
Total hours per week:
35
Expected duration (weeks):
104
Positions (available):
1
Date posted:
May 15, 2026
Possible start date:
August 27, 2026
Apprenticeship level:

Higher

  • Assist the Head of Corporate Anti-Fraud and Corporate Anti-Fraud Service in the investigation of alleged fraud and similar crimes ensuring key legislation and internal policies are adhered to and desired outcomes are achieved
  • Support the delivery of proactive counter fraud reviews designed to test the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and their ability to prevent, detect and deter fraud and similar crimes
  • Analyse data, including sensitive and/or confidential data, and be able to draw and articulate reasonable conclusions to support investigation/review work and the reporting of service outcomes and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)
  • Support the Head of Corporate Anti-Fraud and Corporate Anti-Fraud Service with referral management by adding allegations of fraud to the case management system, liaising with the referrer and gathering initial evidence and intelligence
  • Assist with drafting of investigation and proactive review reports
  • Maintain accurate administrative records and prepare case files
  • Support Corporate Anti-Fraud Service with pre and post investigation/review meetings
  • Address low complexity queries and support Liverpool City Council staff and managers to enable them to manage fraud risks effectively
  • Possibility of a permanent role (subject to funding)

Employer

Liverpool City Council

The city of Liverpool is world-famous for its cultural offer, and our greatest asset is our people. Our residents deserve the very best from those who serve them and have a council they can be proud of - and you can help play a part in this. We value our employees and aim to create a positive, progressive, and open work culture that supports everyone to thrive.

Training

Training Provider:

INTELLIGENCIA TRAINING LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard:

Counter fraud investigator (level 4)