Intelligence Support Apprentice
| Posting date: | 08 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14,566 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 September 2025 |
| Location: | Oxford, Oxfordshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 5 days per week |
| Company: | Oxford City Council |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
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Summary
To support the team in investigating incidents of suspected fraud, loss, crime and
irregularity in respect of Oxford City Council as well as partner organisations
• Utilise a multitude of systems & resources to analyse and produce data to build intelligence
in support of both civil and criminal investigations
• Provide administrative support to the team as required
• Full commitment to undertake the A Level 3 Compliance and Risk Officer Apprenticeship
and with full training and support to be able to:
• Utilise departmental software to produce and analyse data to build coherent intelligence
packages.
• Learn how fraud and loss affects Oxford City Council and distinguish between types of
fraud.
• Assist Intelligence Officers and Investigators to contribute to the achievement of corporate
targets.
• Handle sensitive data accordingly, understanding and adhering to legal requirements
around data confidentiality.
• Understand the life-cycle of a fraud investigation and learning how to achieve a smooth
customer experience alongside the best possible outcome.
• To provide high quality administrative support and customer service (to both internal and
external customers) as required
• The duties and responsibilities set out in this role profile are indicative of the role. They are
however, subject to change and you will be required from time to time to undertake other
duties commensurate with your grade
As part of this apprenticeship, you will study towards a Level 3 Compliance and Risk Officer
Apprenticeship with specialist training delivered by BPP. The Course will last approximately 17
month. The programme is designed to give you a strong foundation in compliance, risk
management, and regulatory frameworks, with learning that can be immediately applied in the
workplace.
Training is delivered through a combination of work-based learning, online modules, and regular
support from expert tutors. Depending on your experience, you may also complete an International
Compliance Association (ICA) Certificate or Advanced Certificate as part of the programme. You
will spend at least 6 hours per week on off-the-job training, helping you build deep and practical
knowledge while developing in your role.
Throughout the programme, you’ll develop a clear understanding of regulatory compliance, risk
identification and management, and financial crime prevention. You’ll gain confidence in using data
and reports to support decision-making, and learn how to work with internal stakeholders to solve
challenges and improve processes.
You’ll also stay up to date with changing legislation and industry best practice, equipping you to
add real value to your team from day one. With expert guidance, you’ll grow into a trusted
professional who can contribute to an organisation’s integrity, strategy, and performance
irregularity in respect of Oxford City Council as well as partner organisations
• Utilise a multitude of systems & resources to analyse and produce data to build intelligence
in support of both civil and criminal investigations
• Provide administrative support to the team as required
• Full commitment to undertake the A Level 3 Compliance and Risk Officer Apprenticeship
and with full training and support to be able to:
• Utilise departmental software to produce and analyse data to build coherent intelligence
packages.
• Learn how fraud and loss affects Oxford City Council and distinguish between types of
fraud.
• Assist Intelligence Officers and Investigators to contribute to the achievement of corporate
targets.
• Handle sensitive data accordingly, understanding and adhering to legal requirements
around data confidentiality.
• Understand the life-cycle of a fraud investigation and learning how to achieve a smooth
customer experience alongside the best possible outcome.
• To provide high quality administrative support and customer service (to both internal and
external customers) as required
• The duties and responsibilities set out in this role profile are indicative of the role. They are
however, subject to change and you will be required from time to time to undertake other
duties commensurate with your grade
As part of this apprenticeship, you will study towards a Level 3 Compliance and Risk Officer
Apprenticeship with specialist training delivered by BPP. The Course will last approximately 17
month. The programme is designed to give you a strong foundation in compliance, risk
management, and regulatory frameworks, with learning that can be immediately applied in the
workplace.
Training is delivered through a combination of work-based learning, online modules, and regular
support from expert tutors. Depending on your experience, you may also complete an International
Compliance Association (ICA) Certificate or Advanced Certificate as part of the programme. You
will spend at least 6 hours per week on off-the-job training, helping you build deep and practical
knowledge while developing in your role.
Throughout the programme, you’ll develop a clear understanding of regulatory compliance, risk
identification and management, and financial crime prevention. You’ll gain confidence in using data
and reports to support decision-making, and learn how to work with internal stakeholders to solve
challenges and improve processes.
You’ll also stay up to date with changing legislation and industry best practice, equipping you to
add real value to your team from day one. With expert guidance, you’ll grow into a trusted
professional who can contribute to an organisation’s integrity, strategy, and performance
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