Fraud Risk Strategy Analyst (12 Month FTC)

About us

Were the team behind digital retailer Very.

Our purpose helping families get more out of life powers everything we do.

And we want our people to get more out of life too! If youre high-performing ambitious and make the most of every opportunity we want to hear from return youll enjoy heaps of flexibility great perks and benefits and the freedom to be yourself keep learning and take your career wherever you want it to go.

If you love making a difference youll love making it sparkle for millions of Very customers.

About the team

Protecting our customers and business from fraud is at the heart of what we do. Youll join our dedicated Fraud Risk Analytics team of 5 (within our Credit Risk department of c.60 FTE) working in a fast-paced collaborative environment where your ideas can make a real impact.

Were responsible for designing and delivering fraud prevention strategies that tackle threats across the full customer journey from new credit applications to account takeovers and emerging fraud trends. We combine data insight and innovation to keep our customers safe and minimise loss.

We dont expect you to know everything from day one youll get the support of a friendly knowledgeable team and a chance to grow your skills in a business that moves quickly and values your input.

About the role

As a Fraud Analyst youll play a key role in helping us understand and respond to fraud risks using data. Youll support the development of fraud rules monitor how our strategies are performing and help us spot new threats before they become a problem.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone whether youre a recent graduate or youve had some exposure to analytics in a previous role well help you build your skills and grow into the role.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Analysing fraud patterns and customer behaviours using data to support strategy development.
• Monitoring the performance of existing fraud rules and identifying areas for improvement.
• Supporting the design testing and implementation of new fraud controls.
• Building dashboards reports or models to help stakeholders understand key risks and trends.
• Working with stakeholders across Credit Risk Fraud Operations and wider teams to help protect our customers and the business.

Youll be surrounded by supportive teammates and experienced analysts who are there to coach and develop you while also giving you the space to take ownership of your work and grow in confidence.

About you

Were looking for someone who is:

• Naturally curious analytical and enjoys problem-solving.
• Has a degree in a numerate subject such as Maths Economics Statistics Computer Science or similar or equivalent practical experience.
• Comfortable working with data whether thats in Excel SQL or other tools.
• Able to communicate clearly both when working with your team and when presenting insights to others.
• A team player with a proactive mindset whos keen to learn and grow.
• Organised and able to manage time effectively in a fast-moving environment.

You might have:

• Exposure to working with large datasets or in a risk-related environment.
• An interest in financial crime fraud prevention or credit risk.
• Familiarity with some of the following - SQL SAS R Python Excel or Power BI.

If youre passionate about analytics and using data to tackle real-world problems wed love to hear from you.

Some of our benefits

• Flexible hybrid working model
• Inclusive culture and environment check out our Glassdoor reviews

• 250 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
• 27 days holiday bank holidays
• LinkedIn Learning access
• Bonus potential (performance and business-related)
• Up to 25% discount on

• Matched pension up to 6%
• More benefits can be foundon our career site

How to apply

Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly and if successful in securing this role you will be required to undertake a credit CIFAS Right to Work checks and if a specific requirement of your role a DBS (criminal records) check. Should your application progress we require you to let the team know if there is anything you need to disclose in relation to any of these checks prior to them being undertaken including any unspent criminal convictions.

What happens next

Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if youre successful so keep an eye on your emails! Well arrange a short call to learn more about you as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like were a good match well share your CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in-person or held remotely.

You can expect a one-stage interview process for this position:

1st Stage- A one-hour formal interview where you can expect both competency and technical questions.

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Diversity inclusion and equal opportunities

Werebuilding a culture of everyday inclusion and welcome applications from anyone who believes they can do the job. We dont discriminate based on age disability gender reassignment marriage or civil partnership pregnancy or maternity race religion or belief sex or sexual orientation.

We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you need reasonable adjustments to apply interview or perform a role let us know via Well be happy to support you.

Were proud to be aDisability Confident Committed Employerand have nine brilliant colleague networks - including DAWN (Disability Awareness at Very) and Think (Neurodiversity at Very) - that are helping us make Very an even more inclusive place to work.

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