Risk Analysis and Control Team Manager

Do you have experience of line management within a Counter Fraud or Risk Management Environment Are you looking for a challenging role in a changing environment Do you have strong analytical skills If you do then Social Security Scotland are looking a for B2 Risk Analysis and Control Team Manager to join our Fraud and Error Resolution Unit.

While our strategy is to design out opportunities for fraud and error through preventative measures where possible there remains the possibility that fraud will occur. The Risk Analysis & Control team seek to understand reasons for this and respond appropriately through analysis of risk and design of control mitigations and the socialisation of our findings and advice by engaging effectively across Social Security Scotland.

As the team manager your role will be critical to our fraud and error risk will lead a team of B1 officers and manage their activity to ensure they provide an effective level of support to stakeholders across the Agency.

You will be responsible for enabling a clear scoping of potential risks and vulnerabilities as well as prioritising and assigning resource/suggestive controls to mitigate against these. You will also support other areas with implementation. Alongside this you will play a key role in maintaining the fraud and error risk register which provides a high-level overview of emerging threats which could hamper our ability to deliver benefits safely and securely.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing complex enquiries and giving advice when expertise is needed.
• Line management responsibility providing support and guidance to direct reports.
• Being proactive with performance management to develop and fulfil your teams potential by identifying and meeting training needs.
• Regular reviewing and analysing Fraud and error prevention products to determine next actions.
• Effectively planning and monitoring the progress of key fraud and error prevention milestones ensuring priorities are met.
• Establishing and maintaining an effective network of key internal and external stakeholders; regularly engaging to share key fraud prevention measures and suggesting best practices to be implemented in the Agency.
• Influencing stakeholders and analysing information to establish and identify emerging fraud trends.
• Appropriately allocating resource to ensure effective measures are implemented to mitigate against risk

Success Profiles
We use an assessment framework called Success Profiles which lists the elements we test and provides detailed descriptions of each. Find out more about the framework here.

For this post the following Success Profile elements will be assessed:

Experience

1. Experience of Line Management within a Counter Fraud or Risk Management environment.
2. An ability to work effectively in a changing environment demonstrating flexibility overcoming challenges and enabling others to do so.

Behaviours

• Communicating and Influencing Level 3
  Communicate purpose and direction with clarity integrity and enthusiasm. Respect the needs responses and opinions of others.
  
• Making Effective Decisions Level 3
  Use evidence and knowledge to support accurate expert decisions and advice. Carefully consider alternative options implications and risks of decisions.
  
• Leadership - Level 3
  Show pride and passion for public service. Create and engage others in delivering a shared vision. Value difference diversity and inclusion ensuring fairness and opportunity for all.

You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours here.

How to Apply
Apply online you must provide a CV and a Supporting Statement (of no more than 1000 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the Success Profiles above.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be used to support your application but all statements and examples provided must be truthful factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others or generated by artificial intelligence and presented as your own) applications will be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

Please see our candidate guidance for more information on acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in recruitment.

If invited for further assessment this will consist of an interview and Presentation.

We aim to provide feedback on request. However if we receive a large number of applications it may not be possible for us to provide specific feedback on your application. We will provide feedback on request to candidates who attend an interview/assessment.

Expected Timeline (subject to change)
Sift from 10th February 2026
Interview w/c 23rd February 2026
Location: MS Teams

Reserve List
In the event that there are more successful candidates than posts available a reserve list will be kept for up to 6 months.

Security Clearance
This post requires the successful candidate to undergo Security Check level clearance before a start date can be offered. Further information regarding National Security Vetting clearance can be found here -United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - ()

About Us
Social Security Scotland is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government. Our benefits help people from all walks of life in Scotland. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that is representative of the clients we serve. Find more about us here.

We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer.

As part of the UK Civil Service we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules.

Working Pattern
Our standard hours are 35 hours per week and we offer a range of flexible working options depending on the needs of the role. We embrace a hybrid working style where all colleagues will spend time in either our Glasgow or Dundee offices. There is an expectation of a minimum 2 days per week in your assigned location which will be Enterprise House Dundee.If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for please contact us.

Equality Statement
Social Security Scotland are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.

Social Security Scotland are a Disability Confident Employer. We will consider and implement any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process and during the course of your employment should you be successful in securing a post. If you feel you may require assistance with any part of our recruitment process please contact us at .

Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer and support recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.

Further Information
This role is only available to existing permanent civil servants who have successfully completed their probation period within Social Security Scotland or the broader Scottish Government.

Find out more about our organisation what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website.

Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes.

The successful candidate will be expected to remain in post for a minimum of 3 years unless successful in gaining promotion to a higher Band or Grade.

If you experience any difficulties accessing our website or completing the online application form please contact the Resourcing Team via .

Apply before Monday 9th Febuary 2026 at 23:55

Contact Name - Kevin McGoldrick
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