About this role
Finance Division
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Counter Fraud Analyst to join the University of Oxford's Finance Division and play a key role in strengthening our counter-fraud arrangements.
Location: Great Clarendon Street, Oxford with a requirement to attend the Oxford office at least one day per week (Wednesdays),
Salary: £49,119-£58,265 per annum
Contract: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
About Us
Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires", the University of Oxford has been ranked the world's leading university for eleven consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you'll contribute to an organisation which delivers ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.
The Finance Division enables the University's research and education through effective financial strategy, strong financial management and trusted professional services. Working across a large and highly devolved institution, we help departments manage resources responsibly, strengthen financial controls and protect the University's long-term financial sustainability.
What We Offer
Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:
- 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
- One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
- A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
- An excellent contributory pension scheme.
- Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
- Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs. About the Role This is an opportunity to contribute to the continued development of the University's Fraud Risk Management Framework, helping to embed a consistent, proportionate and risk-based approach to fraud prevention and detection across a large, complex and devolved organisation. Working within the Financial Assurance and Compliance team, you will:
- Coordinate and support fraud risk assessments across University departments, divisions and key business processes.
- Contribute to the development and review of fraud-related due diligence arrangements, including third-party and associated-person risks.
- Analyse financial data, fraud risks and control weaknesses to identify emerging trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Work collaboratively with stakeholders to strengthen fraud prevention controls, awareness and risk management practices.
- Support delivery of the University's counter-fraud improvement programme and associated Internal Audit recommendations. About You You will bring practical experience in fraud prevention, fraud risk assessment, due diligence, assurance or compliance, together with strong analytical skills and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at different levels. A recognised counter-fraud qualification, such as CFE or ACFS (or equivalent), is required. This is an opportunity to make a tangible contribution to the development of a sustainable counter-fraud service within one of the world's leading universities. Application Process To apply, please upload:
- A covering letter/supporting statement
- Your CV
- The details of two referees The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 6 November Interviews will take place in mid-November and will be held face-to-face Contact Person : Vacancy ID : 189440 Contact Phone : Closing Date & Time : 06-Nov-2026 12:00 Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 8 Contact Email :