Head of Fraud

Posted 10 days 13 hours ago by Robert Walters

£80,000 - £85,000 Annual
Permanent
Not Specified
Other
London, United Kingdom
Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Head of Fraud to lead and drive forward our client's fraud operations in London. This role is part of the leadership team in a well-established, but continually evolving business, operating in a regulated industry with a strong emphasis on compliance, process, and risk mitigation. The successful candidate will be joining a global leader in the fintech space, known for their innovative alternatives to traditional banking solutions.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the performance of the Fraud Operations Team, ensuring all SLAs and quality standards are achieved.
  • Design and implement fraud prevention strategies and processes necessary for minimizing risk.
  • Develop strategies effective for the detection and prevention of fraud.
  • Conduct enhanced Fraud Risk assessment across the business, including establishing a Fraud Risk Framework.
  • Utilize various data analysis tools in collecting, sorting and analysing financial data to reveal inconsistencies.
  • Own full end-to-end resolution of fraud cases, including handling escalations and communications with various business parties.
  • Coordinate training to the team in relation to fraud prevention and chargeback related matters.
  • Maintain record of all investigative operations and results of analysis.
  • Produce and present performance reports and commentaries as required.

Requirements:

  • Subject matter expertise in card and account based fraud across financial services, specifically payments.
  • Proven track record in managing and driving effective fraud teams in the Payments industry.
  • Strong experience in Mastercard chargeback and negative balance processes and procedures.
  • Solid understanding of the fraud regulatory landscape in the UK.
  • Experience in managing 3rd party systems, including an ability to manage relationships and vendor negotiations.
  • Commitment to Best Practices: Understanding that fraud prevention is ever evolving.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates