MERJE is seeking a highly experienced Head of Fraud for a leading financial services company in the UK.
This pivotal role will shape and execute fraud and financial crime strategy, working across multiple departments to ensure robust, scalable frameworks are in place.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fraud prevention within fintech or banking.
Salary - £110 - £135k
Location: Manchester or London (Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in office)
The Role
As Head of Fraud, you will lead fraud prevention, detection, and management through a data-driven approach. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing business, working with cutting-edge technology and analytics to combat financial crime.
Key Responsibilities of the Head of Fraud:
* Develop and execute fraud and financial crime strategy
* Manage end-to-end fraud lifecycle, from prevention to recovery
* Lead fraud operational functions, including investigations and SAR reviews
* Implement and optimise fraud tools, analytics, and machine learning models
* Ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks and maintain audit readiness
Required knowledge and experience for the Head of Fraud role:
* 10+ years' experience in fraud prevention within fintech, payments, or banking
* Proven ability to lead high-performing teams across strategy and operations
* Strong knowledge of fraud typologies and key regulations
* Experience with fraud detection systems and transaction monitoring tools
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
If you're an experienced fraud prevention professional looking for a challenging role in a dynamic environment, apply now for this Head of Fraud position!
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