Fraud and Financial Crime Analyst – Challenger Bank | Hybrid (2–3 days in London)
Are you passionate about protecting customers from fraud and financial crime? Do you thrive in fast-paced fintech and banking environments where your investigations have real impact?
A leading challenger bank is looking for a dynamic Financial Crime Analyst to join their first line of defence. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in detecting and preventing debit card fraud, APP Fraud, and broader FinCrime threats.
What you’ll be doing:
As part of a growing financial crime function, you’ll take ownership of investigations into card-related fraud and other suspicious activity. Your insights will also help shape stronger processes and controls as the bank continues to scale.
Day-to-day, you will:
* Lead and support investigations across fraud (card, APP, Payment and AML)
* Review alerts and referrals related to fraud, sanctions, PEPs, and adverse media.
* Monitor transactions and escalate unusual activity where money laundering is suspected.
* Assist with customer due diligence (CDD), including onboarding and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for high-risk clients.
* Help refine internal policies and controls based on investigative findings and evolving risks.
* Maintain accurate case documentation and ensure timely, compliant reporting.
* Collaborate with teams across the bank to strengthen fraud prevention strategies.
What we’re looking for:
* Proven expertise in card fraud investigations in both banking and fintech settings.
* Solid understanding of UK financial crime regulations including AML, KYC, and fraud prevention.
* Hands-on experience with investigative tools and techniques, both internal and external.
* Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to identifying emerging threats.
* Clear, confident communicator – both written and verbal.
* Comfortable working independently and managing a busy investigative caseload.
* Familiarity with EDD processes for high-risk profiles.
Send your CV to jim.chappell@interquestgroup.com to find out more