Lead Fraud Risk Investigator

Job Summary

Owning complex fraud investigations from start to finish, the full-time Lead Fraud Risk Investigator will operate as the senior-most investigative authority, managing project-scale cases, driving fraud rule changes, and collaborating cross-functionally in a remote environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead project investigations of complex fraud events, from initial signal to root-cause analysis and executive reporting
• Set the investigative framework for ambiguous cases, serving as the go-to expert for challenging fraud referrals
• Translate investigation findings into actionable fraud controls and represent fraud insights to cross-functional teams and leadership

Required qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in fraud investigations or financial crimes, with a track record of independently managing complex investigations
• Deep understanding of various fraud typologies, including identity theft and coordinated fraud rings
• Practical knowledge of consumer protection regulations related to fraud and disputes
• Experience in driving changes to fraud rules or processes based on investigation outcomes
• Proficiency in data analysis, including SQL or similar tools, to support investigative findings