Job Description

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.

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Erasmus+ Fraud Manager

Location

Stratford, London, UK (Hybrid)

About the British Council

The British Council builds connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. Through arts and culture, education and the English language, we create opportunities and strengthen relationships across borders.

Erasmus+ Statement

The Department for Education has announced that the British Council has been nominated to take on the role of national agency for Erasmus+.

In December the UK and EU arrived at a political agreement that the UK would rejoin the Erasmus+ scheme in 2027. That agreement has now been legally formalised under the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement.

The British Council has a longstanding commitment to supporting international exchange. It was a lead partner in the Erasmus+ UK National Agency from 2014-20, where Erasmus+ made a significant contribution to the UK's cultural relations activities, funding 8,091 projects, engaging 583,757 UK participants, and awarding around €1.1 billion to UK organisations.

Job Title: Erasmus+ Fraud Manager
Pay Band: Grade 7 / Pay Band F
Location: Stratford, London, UK (Hybrid)
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,839 per annum
Closing Date: 3 July 2026

Purpose of the Role

The Fraud Manager plays a key role in supporting the effective prevention, detection and investigation of fraud and incidents of non-compliance across Erasmus+.

Reporting to the Senior Fraud Manager, you will be responsible for delivering fraud risk management activities, conducting investigations, managing fraud casework and supporting the implementation of robust fraud prevention controls across the programme.

Working closely with delivery teams, compliance colleagues and key stakeholders, you will help strengthen programme resilience, protect public funds and ensure fraud risks are identified, investigated and managed effectively.

Main Accountabilities

Fraud Risk Management and Prevention

• Support the delivery of the Erasmus+ fraud risk management framework and control plan.
• Conduct fraud risk assessments and maintain fraud risk registers.
• Identify vulnerabilities across the grant lifecycle and recommend improvements to controls.
• Support the implementation of preventative measures to reduce fraud risk.

Fraud Detection and Investigation

• Conduct proactive fraud detection activities, including data reviews, red-flag monitoring and risk-based sampling.
• Assess allegations and referrals and recommend appropriate next steps.
• Lead investigations into suspected fraud, irregularities and non-compliance.
• Gather, analyse and evaluate evidence to support findings and recommendations.
• Prepare investigation reports and maintain accurate case records.

Reporting and Assurance

• Produce clear fraud reports, management information and recommendations.
• Support internal audits, assurance reviews and governance reporting.
• Monitor fraud trends and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Stakeholder Management

• Work collaboratively with programme, finance, legal, compliance and risk teams.
• Support engagement with auditors, regulators and external partners where appropriate.
• Promote a culture of integrity, transparency and accountability across the programme.

Training and Continuous Improvement

• Deliver fraud awareness training and guidance for colleagues and stakeholders.
• Support the development of fraud prevention tools, guidance and controls.
• Identify lessons learned and contribute to improvements in policies, procedures and governance frameworks.

Role Specific Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience conducting investigations, case reviews or fraud-related enquiries.
• Experience assessing risk and implementing risk-based controls.
• Experience gathering, analysing and evaluating evidence.
• Experience preparing investigation reports and presenting findings.
• Experience working with compliance, audit or assurance frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information.
• Experience working with a range of stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Ability to make sound decisions and exercise professional judgement.

Desirable

• Experience working within public sector, government-funded or grant-funded programmes.
• Experience delivering fraud awareness training or prevention initiatives.
• Experience working with auditors, regulators or enforcement agencies.
• Experience managing complex investigations involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience using case management systems, reporting tools or analytical software.

Specific Requirements

• Degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Fraud-related qualification or equivalent desirable.
• CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), ACFS (Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist) or similar qualification desirable.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.
• Ability to work effectively within a hybrid environment.

LinkedIn

Hybrid

A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

Safeguarding Statement

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org