Housing Fraud Investigation Manager

Housing Fraud Investigations Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled and motivated Housing Investigations Manager to lead a dedicated team in tackling housing fraud. This role is pivotal in ensuring the recovery of council housing stock, including both general needs and temporary accommodation, while driving awareness and best practices in fraud prevention.

The successful candidate will oversee a team of Housing Fraud Investigation Officers, managing complex investigations, identifying fraudulent activity, and taking appropriate action to recover properties and initiate legal proceedings where necessary. Reporting on financial benefits and successful outcomes will be a key aspect of this role, along with delivering training sessions to staff, residents, and stakeholders to enhance fraud prevention efforts. The position requires strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of housing legislation, investigative procedures, and judicial processes.

The ideal candidate must hold a professional qualification and/or be educated to degree level. Experience in presenting evidence in court, managing complex caseloads, and implementing robust fraud detection strategies is essential. A commitment to customer-focused service, excellent communication skills, and the ability to foster collaborative relationships with internal and external partners are also key to success in this role.

This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact by ensuring that social housing is allocated to those in genuine need, improving housing services, and upholding the highest standards of integrity and fairness within the sector. If you are a proactive and results-driven professional with a passion for fraud prevention and housing management, we would love to hear from you.