Financial Investigator | Internal Audit | Full Time | Preston

| Salary £36,363 - £40,777per annum | Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week | County Hall, Preston

Are you a detail-oriented investigator with a passion for justice and public service? Join our Internal Audit Investigation Service and help protect public funds across Lancashire through expert financial investigation and legal precision.

As a Financial Investigator, you will:

• Lead complex investigations into fraud and misconduct, supporting the Council’s commitment to ethical conduct and financial integrity.
• Apply for Crown Court production orders and secure search and seizure warrants to obtain critical evidence.
• Work closely with legal teams, senior investigators, and external partners to ensure legal procedures are followed with professionalism.
• Contribute to high-profile cases that impact communities and leadership across Lancashire.
• Support the development of fraud prevention frameworks and help the Council meet national standards and legislative requirements.

What We'Re Looking For:

• Experience in financial investigation related to fraud.
• Understanding of production and seizure order requirements.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with legal professionals and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage complex caseloads independently and use technology effectively.
• A relevant counter fraud or financial investigation qualification—or willingness to work towards one.

Join us and be part of a proactive, data-driven team tackling economic crime and safeguarding public resources. Apply now to make a meaningful impact in Lancashire.

If you’d like an informal and confidential chat about the role, please contact: Caroline Ayers, Telephone 01772 534307, Caroline.Ayers@lancashire.gov.uk 

Closing Date: 15 November 2025                

Application review is ongoing, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this exciting opportunity. 

Why Join Us?

By joining Lancashire County Council, you can shape the career path that is right for you, with opportunities to gain personal and professional qualifications, coaching, and mentoring. Lancashire County Council truly is the place where you can have the career you've always wanted. 

In return for your passion and expertise, we offer a generous benefits package, which includes: 

• A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions. 
• A great holiday entitlement of 26 days annual leave, which increases with length of service. You will also be entitled to 8 Bank Holidays, 2 additional statutory Bank Holidays, and have the option to buy additional leave each year. 
• Our staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup, allowing you to access discounts with a range of UK retailers, saving on everything from weekly food shops to white goods and cars. 
• Access to fantastic development and career opportunities. 

Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.

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