Fraud Specialist

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:
Training: Provide training and guidance to employees on fraud detection and prevention techniques.

Fraud Awareness: In addition to Fraud Training, constant fraud awareness is to be communicated to respective Flash employees, whether targeting specific Departments, or sending mailers to the larger audience within the business.

Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on fraudulent activities, investigations, and risk assessments for management and respective role-players.

Access Control: Regularly review applicable systems user access, to ensure non-applicable system access or system users is removed, to mitigate potential fraud risk.

Presentations: Conduct presentations on an ad hoc basis, around fraud prevention and associated topics.

Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as risk, compliance, finance and legal, to coordinate fraud prevention efforts and ensure a unified approach.

Stay Informed: Keep abreast of industry trends, new fraud schemes, and regulatory changes to adapt strategies and maintain a robust fraud prevention framework.

Fraud Strategy Implementation: Ensure the Fraud Strategy specific to Fraud Prevention, is incorporated into day-to-day to ensure fraud strategy is achieved.

Red Teaming: Schedule, prepare, coordinate, and report on quarterly Red Teaming sessions to be held within the Fraud Team.

Meetings: Attend fraud-related meetings, especially on new products and major product changes.

Release Controls: Review and approve release controls related to Tech and Development implementation.

Investigation: Provide support where applicable to Fraud Investigation Specialists, on gathering evidence and documenting findings.

Fraud Risk Assessment: Provide support on applicable Fraud Risk Assessments, as per request and requirement from Fraud Dispute Resolution Specialist.

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS**:
5+ years of experience in fraud and driving fraud detection and mitigation strategies.

Experience within data intensive industries such as banking or financial services is preferred.

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Forensic Practitioner (FP)SA Designation or other relevant tertiary qualification.

**BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES**:
Attention to Detail: Highly observant and meticulous in examining data, documents, and processes to identify inconsistencies or anomalies.

Integrity and Ethics: Unwavering commitment to ethical standards and integrity, crucial for handling sensitive and confidential information responsibly.

Problem-Solving Skills: Proactive and resourceful in identifying potential fraud risks and developing innovative solutions to mitigate them.

Effective Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly convey findings, present reports, and collaborate with various stakeholders.

Discretion and Confidentiality: Ability to manage confidential information with the highest level of discretion and professionalism.

Proactiveness and Initiative: Self-motivated and proactive in staying updated with the latest fraud prevention techniques, industry trends, and regulatory requirements.

Collaboration and Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues across different departments, fostering a collaborative approach to fraud prevention.

Adaptability: Flexible and adaptable in responding to evolving fraud schemes and changing regulatory landscapes.

Critical Thinking: Ability to think critically and independently, making sound judgments even under pressure.

Presentation Skills: Proficient in presenting complex information clearly and effectively to various audiences, including peers, management, and other stakeholders.

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