Fraud is a complex kind of theft, sometimes called confidence game. Due to this threat, there are Fraud officers working in police departments and social care sectors of local councils. They help to prevent fraud cases and assist in fraud investigations.

A Fraud officer usually performs many of the following tasks:
• Working flexible hours.
• Writing reports.
• Making recommendations about fraud cases.
• Teaming up with local police to prevent fraud.

• Having computer abilities.
• Having good communication skills.
• Being motivated.
• Having special attention to details.
• Having fast decision making abilities.
• Being able to work with a team.
• Having special skills to collect and gather information.
• Being able to stay calm under pressure circumstances.
• Being disciplined and follow orders.
• Having good manners.

Among applicant degrees for Fraud officer jobs are the Higher National Diploma and the Higher National Certificate, but there are no specific academic qualifications for this area. It is always recommended to have a good academic background with Math and English skills.

It is necessary to have progression in job placements to have advanced knowledge in Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000, Criminal Procedures and Investigations Act 1996, Data Protection Act 1998, and Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984.