Head of Fraud Prevention

1 week ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Frank Consult Full time
Job Title: Head of Fraud

Frank Consult is seeking a seasoned professional to lead the development and execution of a comprehensive fraud prevention strategy within our Fintech organisation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fraud detection and prevention, with a focus on digital payments.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement a fraud strategy for the digital payments environment, leveraging industry best practices and innovative solutions.
  • Utilize advanced fraud detection technologies, such as AI and big data analytics, to monitor, detect, and mitigate fraudulent activities.
  • Lead the implementation of systems and tools that support fraud detection, prevention, and investigation.
  • Advise on technology adoption to strengthen fraud defences and ensure alignment with the organisation's goals.
  • Ensure compliance with AML, STR/SAR directives, and other regulatory requirements related to financial crime.
  • Use data analytics to identify and analyse fraud patterns, improving detection accuracy.
  • Oversee fraud-related investigations and act as the key point of contact for all fraud matters.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to the fraud team, fostering continuous improvement and knowledge of emerging fraud trends and technologies.
Key Requirements:
  • 10+ years of experience in fraud detection and prevention, with exposure to digital payments being a strong advantage.
  • 5+ years in a leadership role managing fraud prevention teams.
  • In-depth knowledge of fraud, financial crime, AML, and STR/SAR directives.
  • A proven track record of developing and executing fraud prevention strategies.
  • Experience with AI technologies and their application in fraud detection and prevention.
  • Expertise in data analytics and big data for enhanced fraud detection.
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in finance, legal, or a related field.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation and make a significant impact by shaping and advancing its fraud prevention strategy.



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