Job Title: Accredited Financial Investigator
Salary: £45,624 -£52,038 per annum
Grade: F
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
About the Department
Thurrock Council is serious about tackling fraud committed against the authority and the wider-public sector ensuring that public money is safeguarded.
The Counter Fraud Investigation Team works with Thurrock and Castle Point Council and the various departments contained within.
The team is looking for an experienced accredited financial investigations practitioner with a background in local authority fraud investigation. Our responsibilities mean that our operational officers are expected to be confident in delivering criminal enquires using their knowledge and experience to apply the best tools and strategies to deal with them, including though partnership working.
About the Role
As a key member of the team, you will have experience in crime affecting the public sector. The service is a 24/7 function, and you will be expected to work unsociable hours where necessary, to achieve our objectives.
You will be a well-respected practitioner in criminal investigation with demonstrable success of applying innovation and best practice to crime problems.
The position is available within the Counter Fraud Team and we are seeking those that have experience within investigation of criminality within a Local Authority setting.
You must have investigative experience from a recognised law enforcement agency such as the Police Service, NCA, HMRC or equivalent.
Essential qualifications:
Accredited to PIP 2/3 (or equivalent law enforcement agency qualification).
Current & ‘live’ National Crime Agency accreditation as an Accredited Financial Investigator.
Ability to obtain and maintain national security clearance to a minimum of SC level and NPPV3
DBS Check: Not required
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
Important Dates
Closing Date (Internal & External): 2nd August 2026
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
Additional Information
If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:
Robert Kleinberg - Counter Fraud Manager
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:
Download Job Profile (PDF Document)
If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.
Why Thurrock?
Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.
Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.
This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.
Our location
Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents.
We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes.
Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.
Staff benefits
We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.
Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification.
We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.
For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council
Skills Required
- Accredited to PIP 2/3 or equivalent law enforcement agency qualification
- Current and live National Crime Agency accreditation as an Accredited Financial Investigator
- Investigative experience from a recognised law enforcement agency (Police Service, NCA, HMRC or equivalent)
- Experience investigating criminality within a Local Authority fraud setting
- Ability to obtain and maintain national security clearance to a minimum of SC level and NPPV3
What We Do
Thurrock Council is the local government authority for the Thurrock area, providing essential public services. Its responsibilities include managing local public transportation and bus services, as well as offering specialized support and professional training to educational institutions through Thurrock Services for Schools and Thurrock Traded Services.
