Senior Intelligence Analyst

NHS

  • Newcastle
  • £47,810-54,710 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 4 days ago
The NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA) is the national body responsible for all matters relating to the prevention, detection and investigation of economic crime across the NHS. Further information about our work and annual plan for delivering this is available on our website.The post holder will principally control, co-ordinate and implement criminal intelligence allocated research projects at strategic, tactical, and operational levels, making recommendations to support the prioritisation and development of a diverse range of operational and crime reduction activities.The post holder will be expected to contribute to NHSCFA strategic overview of crime impacting upon the health group by using their initiative to highlight through analysis and interpretation, significant conclusions, and key judgements.Critical skills:Producing analysis to an evidential standardStrategic and tactical writingTo be considered for the role please apply via Trac jobs - CVs sent directly to the recruiting manager will not be acknowledged and will not be considered during shortlisting.Selection will be between29/09/25 and 03/10/25 (subject to change) and by face to face interviews at Canary Wharf, London. The interview will be proceeded by an assessment.29/09/25 and 03/10/25 but may be subject to changeNPPV2 vetting is requiredMain duties of the jobIn association with the Central Intelligence Lead or the Strategic Intelligence Lead the post holder will contribute to the agreed plan of activity that will drive forward the unit's activity in meeting the organisational strategic objectives.Provision of both tactical & strategic analytical support including production of high-quality Intelligence Assessments, providing options for future activity in line with the National Intelligence Model.Regular use of a range of analytical techniques and specialist computer software to understand, interpret, compare, and present a wide range of highly detailed and complex fraud related information.About usThis role is based in London and offer flexible, hybrid, office and home-based working. In addition to the advertised salary working in the London area will attract High-Cost Area Supplement where appropriate. The NHSCFA values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including an invitation to the first stage of the selection process and consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability. If you are applying to undertake this role on a secondment basis you should have agreement to being released from your current role in principle, prior to submitting an application form. When you apply for this role, you will be redirected to our recruitment system TRAC. The NHSCFA does not hold a sponsor licence in respect of skilled worker visas and so is unable to employ candidates requiring sponsorship.DetailsDate posted29 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£47,810 to £54,710 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Home or remote workingReference number076-CFA7394030-AJob locationsNHSCFA, CitygateGallowgateNewcastle Upon TyneNE1 4WHJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesDisseminate complex and highly sensitive information in the most appropriate and effective format in order for NHSCFA to make better informed decisions relating to the achievement of its objectives highlighting significant information and key judgements and making gaps in knowledge and assumptions clear.Providing analytical support to intelligence developments and investigations by routinely developing and disseminating internally and externally accurate relevant and timely intelligence packages, including subject and problem profiles to initiate or support existing operational cases and focus operational activity, supporting changing priorities at short notice, whilst regularly engaging with both supportive and reluctant stakeholders to collect and disseminate highly complex analytical products or sensitive information and intelligence upon specific or thematic fraud matters. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesDisseminate complex and highly sensitive information in the most appropriate and effective format in order for NHSCFA to make better informed decisions relating to the achievement of its objectives highlighting significant information and key judgements and making gaps in knowledge and assumptions clear.Providing analytical support to intelligence developments and investigations by routinely developing and disseminating internally and externally accurate relevant and timely intelligence packages, including subject and problem profiles to initiate or support existing operational cases and focus operational activity, supporting changing priorities at short notice, whilst regularly engaging with both supportive and reluctant stakeholders to collect and disseminate highly complex analytical products or sensitive information and intelligence upon specific or thematic fraud matters.Person SpecificationKnowledge and ExperienceEssential
  • Significant practical experience of countering fraud and corruption within a public or private sector agency or significant practical experience of operating within an intelligence environment. Significant practical experience of the application of analytical skills to interpret complex information and data, including crime pattern analysis, demographic/social trends analysis, network analysis, risk analysis, target profile analysis and results analysis. Experience of leading and directing research projects. Strong intelligence gathering skills to collate, evaluate, analyse interpret and organise varied and complex information. Demonstrable problem-solving skills and an ability to anticipate and make considered and achievable recommendations or solutions to problems based on a sound understanding of all the issues. Ability to work to agreed deadlines and standards, manage conflicting priorities, work with minimum supervision, and develop solutions for overcoming barriers to progress.
Specialist KnowledgeEssential
  • A sound knowledge of best practice, legal issues and current guidance associated with criminal intelligence and analysis. A sound knowledge of Intelligence software (such as i2), and practical of knowledge of the application of IT and standard Microsoft packages. Strong understanding of relevant legislation/ guidance associated with criminal intelligence e.g., ECHR, RIPA, DPA, NIM. Sound understanding of the use of IT to research, gather and analyse information effectively from open sources. Demonstrable understanding of the application of strategies and policies to counter fraud and corruption and deal with intelligence issues within the NHS, or within a comparable sector. Highly conscious of confidentiality and integrity with applied knowledge of managing and interpreting sensitive and confidential information.
QualificationsEssential
  • Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in relevant subject, or significant equivalent specialist experience within a comparable discipline.
Desirable
  • Post graduate qualification in a relevant subject. Evidence of relevant professional training (e.g. trained Strategic Intelligence Analyst). Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist.
Communication SkillsEssential
  • Ability to present complex, potentially contentious information, effectively to a wide range of audiences at all levels. Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and articulate ideas and plans verbally, in a logical and coherent and structured manner in a variety of settings and styles.
Person SpecificationKnowledge and ExperienceEssential
  • Significant practical experience of countering fraud and corruption within a public or private sector agency or significant practical experience of operating within an intelligence environment. Significant practical experience of the application of analytical skills to interpret complex information and data, including crime pattern analysis, demographic/social trends analysis, network analysis, risk analysis, target profile analysis and results analysis. Experience of leading and directing research projects. Strong intelligence gathering skills to collate, evaluate, analyse interpret and organise varied and complex information. Demonstrable problem-solving skills and an ability to anticipate and make considered and achievable recommendations or solutions to problems based on a sound understanding of all the issues. Ability to work to agreed deadlines and standards, manage conflicting priorities, work with minimum supervision, and develop solutions for overcoming barriers to progress.
Specialist KnowledgeEssential
  • A sound knowledge of best practice, legal issues and current guidance associated with criminal intelligence and analysis. A sound knowledge of Intelligence software (such as i2), and practical of knowledge of the application of IT and standard Microsoft packages. Strong understanding of relevant legislation/ guidance associated with criminal intelligence e.g., ECHR, RIPA, DPA, NIM. Sound understanding of the use of IT to research, gather and analyse information effectively from open sources. Demonstrable understanding of the application of strategies and policies to counter fraud and corruption and deal with intelligence issues within the NHS, or within a comparable sector. Highly conscious of confidentiality and integrity with applied knowledge of managing and interpreting sensitive and confidential information.
QualificationsEssential
  • Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in relevant subject, or significant equivalent specialist experience within a comparable discipline.
Desirable
  • Post graduate qualification in a relevant subject. Evidence of relevant professional training (e.g. trained Strategic Intelligence Analyst). Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist.
Communication SkillsEssential
  • Ability to present complex, potentially contentious information, effectively to a wide range of audiences at all levels. Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and articulate ideas and plans verbally, in a logical and coherent and structured manner in a variety of settings and styles.

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