Fraud Analyst
CurrentConducted diligent monitoring of over 10,000 accounts and transaction patterns daily, identifyingexisting fraud trends, proactively flagging suspicious behaviour, and promptly cancelling fraudulenttransactions. These findings were used to proactively develop system improvements that minimizefuture fraudulent activities.Utilised advanced MS Excel expertise to create, maintain, and optimise fraud analysis models, therebycontributing to an increase in efficiency and… Show more Conducted diligent monitoring of over 10,000 accounts and transaction patterns daily, identifyingexisting fraud trends, proactively flagging suspicious behaviour, and promptly cancelling fraudulenttransactions. These findings were used to proactively develop system improvements that minimizefuture fraudulent activities.Utilised advanced MS Excel expertise to create, maintain, and optimise fraud analysis models, therebycontributing to an increase in efficiency and effectiveness of company procedures. Producedcomprehensive documentation to highlight findings and methodology, ensuring transparency andaccessibility for stakeholders.Managed sensitive information with the utmost discretion and integrity, ensuring full compliance withGDPR and other data protection laws.Proficient in identifying and documenting suspicious activities in compliance with regulatorystandards, including the timely submission of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to the MoneyLaundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and relevant department heads for further review and action.Collaborated seamlessly with Compliance, Finance, Operations, Risk, and Chargebacks teams tostreamline processes, share insights, and implement proactive strategies for fraud detection andprevention, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.Experienced in conducting thorough Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) screening using specialized toolsand databases to assess potential risks associated with high-profile individuals, ensuring compliancewith anti-money laundering (AML) regulations and internal policies.Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment by effectively adapting to evolving situations, suchas rapid changes in Sanctions lists and regulations, to ensure timely and accurate implementation ofcompliance measures and risk mitigation strategies. Show less