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Counter Fraud Analyst
In Cork
Manchester
Hybrid
GBP 30,000 - 40,000
Full time
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Job summary
A leading firm in fraud prevention seeks a Counter Fraud Analyst in Manchester. The role involves analyzing fraud trends, producing management reports, and enhancing fraud detection systems. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, experience in data analysis using SQL and Excel, and a background in Mathematics or Statistics. This position offers a hybrid working model, allowing flexibility and work-life balance. A proactive approach and attention to detail are essential for success.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience conducting data analysis to identify trends and risks.
- Ability to work under deadlines while ensuring accuracy.
- Hands-on experience in dealing with fraud prevention.
Responsibilities
- Produce management information and analyze fraud trends.
- Identify emerging fraud risks and improve detection systems.
- Support the development and testing of counter fraud systems.
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This role would suit an experienced analyst or a strong graduate with a genuine interest in data, fraud prevention, and analytics.
The ideal candidate or graduate will have hands on experience with data analysis and coding, particularly using Power BI, and be comfortable working with data sets to identify trends, patterns, and risks. You will be naturally curious, detail focused, and confident challenging data that does not look right.
You will enjoy working in a structured environment where accuracy matters, deadlines are real, and analysis drives decision making.
Reporting to the Fraud Data and Intelligence Manager, you will be responsible for producing high quality management information, analysing fraud trends, and improving the systems and processes that help prevent exposure to fraud. This is a hands on analytical role with real influence across the business.
You will work closely with stakeholders to identify emerging fraud risks, challenge existing controls, and continuously improve how fraud is detected and managed.
- Producing accurate, insightful MI and performance reports
- Carrying out root cause and trend analysis
- Developing new methods to identify and prevent fraud
- Supporting the development and testing of counter fraud systems
- Building and maintaining counter fraud databases
- Reviewing and analysing system rules that protect the business
- Providing initial system troubleshooting and working with suppliers
- Managing fraud account administration
- Supporting ad hoc analytical requests across the business
- Ensuring compliance with FCA, DPA, TCF and internal governance standards
Essential
- Advanced Excel capability
- Experience using SQL
- Strong data analysis skills
- Ability to work to deadlines with a high level of accuracy
- Confident written and verbal communication skills
- Strong background in Mathematics or Statistics
- Insurance and fraud knowledge an advantage
Desirable
- Experience with Power BI
- Knowledge of SAS Enterprise Guide or SAS Studio
- Report writing experience
- Degree level education in a mathematical or analytical discipline
Location: Nottingham / Manchester / Tunbridge Wells / Whitstable / Chesterfield
Working Pattern: Hybrid
As a Counter Fraud Investigator, you’ll be at the frontline of fraud prevention—screening incoming referrals, conducting detailed investigations, and using your technical expertise to ensure suspicious claims are dealt with swiftly and accurately. You’ll manage a varied caseload, identify fraud rings, and work collaboratively with internal teams, external agencies, and specialist suppliers to drive robust, evidence-led outcomes.
- Screen incoming claim referrals against fraud indicators and risk factors, escalating genuine concerns and providing feedback to improve future referral quality.
- Manage linked claims and fraud ring investigations in line with internal protocols and IFB guidelines.
- Use desktop investigation tools such as CUE, MIAFTR and open-source intelligence to profile claimants and guide the investigation.
- Apply conversation management techniques to probe inconsistencies and assess authenticity.
- Liaise with third parties including insurers, regulatory bodies, licensing authorities and law enforcement.
- Instruct and coordinate specialist suppliers such as field investigators, engineers and forensic experts.
- Validate documentation and handle sensitive data securely.
- Assess the evolving evidential landscape of each claim to drive proactive and accurate decisions.
- Manage your caseload efficiently, maintaining excellent file discipline, timely reviews, and accurate reserving.
- Respond promptly and professionally to all correspondence.
- Build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
- Take ownership of your personal training and development.
- Support wider claims tasks as required.
- Ensure compliance with FCA, DPA/GDPR, TCF and all internal governance standards.
- Strong background in bodily injury claims handling.
- Proven experience investigating potentially fraudulent RTA or bodily injury claims.
- Working knowledge of Credit Hire.
- Understanding of a broad range of fraud types.
- Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work proactively, independently, and with accuracy in a high-paced environment.
You will manage your own portfolio of motor fraud files within our case management system, ensuring that each case is handled efficiently, diligently, and in line with client expectations. The role may also involve undertaking advocacy at hearings, applications, and case management conferences where appropriate.
The ideal candidate will have completed a Law Degree, GDL, LPC, or possess relevant experience within litigation, insurance, or claims handling. We welcome applicants who can demonstrate the following:
- A proactive and driven approach with the ability to meet and exceed performance targets in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the confidence to use initiative.
- A solid work ethic and a collaborative mindset, contributing positively to a team environment.
While prior experience is advantageous, we place significant emphasis on potential. Comprehensive training will be provided to equip you with the specialist knowledge required to succeed in this unique area of practice. Upon completion of training, you will progress to managing your own caseload independently.
We encourage applications from solicitors, legal executives, and experienced non-qualified claims handlers with knowledge of personal injury or litigation.
Joining our organisation provides an excellent opportunity for long-term growth within an environment that supports development and values work-life balance. We offer flexible working arrangements and a culture that recognises achievement and commitment.
- 25 days' annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus a Holiday Buy Scheme
- Life Insurance and Income Protection
- Private Medical Insurance and access to a Healthcare Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Programme and digital GP services
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity, adoption)
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- Discounted gym membership and employee discount platform
- Flu and eye care vouchers, alongside additional wellbeing support
Please be advised that this role requires 1 day a week in Manchester.
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed).
Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
The Senior Associate Solicitor will provide expert legal advice and representation to corporate clients on complex commercial fraud and counter-fraud matters. The role requires strong technical litigation capability, strategic risk awareness, and proven experience handling high-value disputes and investigations. You will contribute to business development and mentorship activities within the wider Commercial team.
- Act as lead fee-earner on a caseload involving:
- Commercial fraud, civil recovery, and asset tracing
- Internal corporate fraud investigations and compliance issues
- Misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duties, and AML-related disputes
- Cyber-enabled fraud, financial crime, and regulatory fraud matters
- Represent clients in the High Court and other relevant tribunals as required.
- Work closely with external investigators, forensic accountants, law enforcement, insurers, and regulatory bodies.
- Provide strategic risk management advice, including fraud prevention and response frameworks for commercial organisations.
- Conduct detailed legal research, draft pleadings, attend hearings, and manage settlement negotiations.
- Support and supervise junior solicitors, trainees, and paralegals, ensuring best practice and quality standards.
- Assist in departmental growth through networking, client relationship management, and participation in pitches and business development activities.
- Maintain exceptional client care standards, clear communication, and strong professional relationships.
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent), minimum 5+ years PQE.
- Demonstrable experience in commercial litigation with a focus on fraud, financial crime or counter-fraud investigations.
- Strong advocacy skills and confidence in managing cases through all litigation stages.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and legal frameworks including:
- Fraud Act 2006, Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA), AML regulations, and civil procedure rules.
- Proven ability to work independently on complex, high-value matters with minimal supervision.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, particularly in forensic review of financial and transactional information.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication, with ability to distil complex issues for stakeholders.
- Strong client-development mindset and ability to maintain trusted professional relationships.
- Experience in managing, mentoring and developing junior team members is highly desirable.
- Committed to the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality.
- Proactive, commercially aware, and solutions-focused.
- Collaborative team-player with leadership capability.
- Ability to perform under pressure and manage competing deadlines.
- Adaptable and resilient in fast-moving investigative environments.
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- An option for fully remote for the right candidate, with travel to office 2-3 times per quarter.
- Access to flexible working arrangements and ongoing professional development.
- Opportunities to contribute to thought-leadership initiatives on emerging commercial fraud risks.
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed).
Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
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