Develop and implement a comprehensive risk detection strategy that aligns with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
Identify, assess, and prioritize risk factors that could impact operational performance and strategic objectives.
Act with a sense of urgency to implement strategic initiatives.
Work closely with Operations, Product, Analytics, and Data Science teams to create efficient processes for risk identification and mitigation.
Ensure alignment across departments for seamless risk response and continuous improvement.
Utilize 3rd party, analytics and data science tools to enhance risk detection capabilities.
Serve as singular point of contact for the development of predictive models, machine learning algorithms, and dashboards to monitor potential risks in real time.
Lead periodic risk assessments across the entire customer journey and create detailed reports that offer actionable insights.
Present findings to executive leadership and stakeholders, ensuring data-driven decision-making on risk management strategies.
Ensure risk detection frameworks comply with all relevant regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with Regulatory and Compliance departments to stay updated on emerging regulations and incorporate them into the risk management strategy.
Lead and develop a team of risk analysts, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation in risk detection.

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience in risk management, fraud detection, or related roles in technology or regulated industries.
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Risk Management, Data Science, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
Deep understanding of risk detection technologies and their real-world application across tools, models, and machine learning.
Experience with third-party platforms used for fraud or risk analytics (e.g., Sift, NOTO, Braintree).
Proficiency in SQL, Python, and data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
A strategic mindset with the ability to synthesize complex systems into clear decisions and frameworks.
Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, especially with executive audiences.
Experience leading and mentoring analysts or risk professionals, with a passion for team development and innovation.

Benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

risk managementfraud detectionpredictive modelsmachine learningSQLPythondata visualizationTableauPower BIrisk detection technologies

Soft Skills

strategic mindsetcross-functional collaborationcommunication skillsteam developmentinnovationleadershipanalytical thinkingproblem-solvingurgencyreporting