Branch Control & Internal Fraud Analyst

UniCredit in Poland belongs to one of the largest financial groups in Europe serving over 15 million Clients including one million businesses. We are building a new banking model that combines the speed and appeal of a fintech with the strength and stability of a universal bank. We draw on 150 years of experience and the unique expertise of our teams acting as the Groups pan-European innovation hub.

We are creating ultra-fast and transparent banking with an all-in-one application and new opportunities for all Clients - individual business and corporate. We provide full omnichannel service thanks to a network of flagship branches in key Polish cities and our Support Center.

Our greatest value is our People - a Team of creative experts who thrive in a dynamic and innovative environment. We focus on collaboration engagement and achieving ambitious goals.

We are looking for a detail-oriented Analyst to join our Internal Fraud & Branch Controls team. This role is a vital entry point into the world of forensic investigations and risk management. You will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of our business environment through rigorous screening and alert monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Entity Screening & Verification: Perform comprehensive background checks and due diligence on various subjects and entities to mitigate internal and third-party risks. (This is a core high-volume operational task).

• Alert Analysis & Disposition: Review and analyze system-generated alerts related to unusual internal activities or branch transactions. You will be responsible for clearing routine alerts or escalating suspicious patterns for further review.

• Support for Senior Analysts: Actively assist Senior Analysts in complex fraud investigations by gathering data organizing evidence and shadowing senior team members to learn advanced investigative techniques.

• Operational Control Reviews: Assist in monitoring the effectiveness of frontline controls (e.g. onboarding and transaction execution) to identify potential gaps or systemic weaknesses.

• Red Flag Detection: Monitor reports for behavioral indicators and red flags that may suggest misconduct or collusion within the organizations network.

• Documentation: Maintain high-quality audit trails for all screenings and alert dispositions ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards.

• Professional Development: Proactively engage in internal training and on-the-job learning to transition toward handling more independent and complex investigative tasks.

• Experience: 3 years of experience in financial crime prevention KYC/AML audit or internal control functions.

• Analytical Focus: High degree of accuracy and the ability to process large volumes of data/alerts without losing attention to detail.

• Learning Agility: A strong desire to be mentored by senior experts and a proactive approach to mastering new investigative tools.

• Resilience: Comfortable with the repetitive nature of screening processes while maintaining a high standard of quality.

• Integrity & Discretion: Exceptional ethical standards and the ability to handle sensitive confidential information with professionalism.

• Communication: Fluent written and verbal Polish and English; ability to summarize findings in a clear and structured manner.

• Education: Bachelors degree in Law Finance Criminology Business Administration or a related field.

• Nice to have:

• Basic understanding of data analysis tools(e.g. Excel pivots SQL or BI dashboards).

• Familiarity with case management systems or fraud detection software.

• Ambition to pursue professional certifications like CAMS CFE or ICA.

Diverse teams really are the best teams. Research shows that some candidates may hesitate to apply for a job unless they meet every requirement. If you are excited about working with us we encourage you to apply - even if youre not 100% sure. We are interested in getting to know you and learning about what you bring to the table.

Please note that we may close a job posting early if we receive a large number of exceptional applications.

Good luck!