UK Health Security Agency – Anti Fraud Team
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is responsible for protecting every member of every community from the impact of infectious diseases, chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear incidents and other health threats. We provide intellectual, scientific and operational leadership at national and local level, as well as on the global stage, to make the nation\'s health secure.
The Anti Fraud Team supports the integrity and security of UKHSA. We assess fraud risk within UKHSA, handle information and data relating to fraud, and work with partners to investigate and pursue fraudulent activity. We also work with other teams within UKHSA that cover physical and personnel security, business continuity and resilience, professional standards, vetting, and wider risk.
Role Summary
The successful individual will identify, assess and mitigate organisational fraud risks in line with the Government Fraud Risk Assessment Standard and support the management of the UKHSA Fraud Risk Register. They will also contribute to the wider activity required by the Government Functional Standard GovS 013: Counter fraud. This is a fast‑paced role that requires flexibility, attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide critical business support and Fraud Risk Assessment working to the Fraud Risk and Prevention Manager & Deputy Manager.
- Manage essential administrative functions surrounding the Fraud Risk Assessment process, ensuring assessments progress according to annual plans and timelines.
- Support delivery of the annual Fraud Risk Assessment Plan and monitor progress against activities within the Plan.
- Prepare and carry out Fraud Risk Assessments; develop prevention controls for fraud, bribery and corruption risks identified.
- Source and analyse data in line with the Fraud Risk Assessment process and drive the remit of the Anti‑Fraud Team.
- Engage with partners across the business to ensure recommended actions to identify, assess and address fraud risks are progressed.
Qualifications & Experience
- Working knowledge of fraud modus operandi and experience within a counter‑fraud, risk intelligence, analysis, risk or security environment.
- Ability to prioritise work, juggle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Experience working with, and managing, multiple stakeholders.
- Outstanding judgement and ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
- Willingness or capability to obtain SC level government security clearance.
- IT literacy, including experience with the full suite of Microsoft Office tools.
- Minimum of 3 GCSEs or equivalent including Maths and English.
Application Process
To apply, complete the online application form on the UKHSA careers site (https://gov.uk/ukhsa/careers) and provide a 750‑word Supporting Statement addressing the eight essential criteria, plus a 250‑word Statement on the Success Profile behaviour “Making Effective Decisions”.
No CV may be uploaded. All application details must be entered into the form; the panel will review the form and supporting statement separately.
Salary & Benefits
Annual salary: £28,547 (entry level). UKHSA contributes £8,270 towards the civil service defined benefit pension scheme. Benefits include flexible working options, learning and development tailored to the role, a culture of inclusion and diversity, and a civil service pension with a 28.97% employer contribution.
Working Arrangement
Flexible and hybrid working model. Hybrid workers are expected to spend a minimum of 60% of contractual working hours at one of UKHSA’s core HQs (Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, London).
Security & Nationality
Applicants must succeed a standard disclosure and barring security check (SC level). The role is open to UK nationals, Irish nationals, Commonwealth nationals with right to work, EU/Switzerland/Norway/Iceland/Liechtenstein nationals and their settled or pre‑settled status family members, among others.
