Job Description

Purpose of the role

To monitor customer accounts for suspicious/fraudulent activities and take appropriate action when required. 

Accountabilities

• Execution of customer query support, including credit card inquires, account management and case resolution related to suspected fraud.
• Collaboration with various internal stakeholders across function projects and law enforcement agencies in cases of potential fraud.
• Development and implementation of fraud prevention strategies and procedures, including the use of fraud detection tools and technologies.
• Support teams within the business operations function as needed, including risk management, compliance, and customer care.
• Identification and implementation of trends and developments to regulatory requirements and internal policies related to fraud prevention and detection activities.
• Management and development of KPIs to measure the effectiveness of customer care fraud prevention operations, utilising data and technology to support the identification of areas that require improvement.
• Monitoring financial transactions for potential fraudulent and suspicious activities and conduct investigations and report fraud incidents.

Analyst Expectations

• To meet the needs of stakeholders/ customers through specialist advice and support
• Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard which will impact both the role itself and surrounding roles.
• Likely to have responsibility for specific processes within a team
• They may lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources. They supervise a team, allocate work requirements and coordinate team resources.
• If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
• OR for an individual contributor, they manage own workload, take responsibility for the implementation of systems and processes within own work area and participate on projects broader than direct team.
• Execute work requirements as identified in processes and procedures, collaborating with and impacting on the work of closely related teams.
• Check work of colleagues within team to meet internal and stakeholder requirements.
• Provide specialist advice and support pertaining to own work area.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
• Maintain and continually build an understanding of how all teams in area contribute to the objectives of the broader sub-function, delivering impact on the work of collaborating teams.
• Continually develop awareness of the underlying principles and concepts on which the work within the area of responsibility is based, building upon administrative / operational expertise.
• Make judgements based on practise and previous experience.
• Assess the validity and applicability of previous or similar experiences and evaluate options under circumstances that are not covered by procedures.
• Communicate sensitive or difficult information to customers in areas related specifically to customer advice or day to day administrative requirements.
• Build relationships with stakeholders/ customers to identify and address their needs.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.

Embark on a transformative journey as a Fraud Investigation Analyst at Barclays, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future. In this pivotal role you will manage operations within a business area and maintain processes, risk management initiatives and compliance with relevant regulators. You will take ownership of your work, ensuring it aligns with the relevant rules & regulations, and codes of conduct. With competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement, Barclays is a great place to grow your career in the banking industry.

Key critical skills required for this role include:

• A fraud analyst must possess strong analytical skills to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies in data that may indicate fraudulent activity.

• Attention to detail is crucial for a fraud analyst to spot discrepancies and inconsistencies in financial records or transactions.

• Effective communication skills are essential for a fraud analyst to collaborate with other team members, report findings to management, and communicate with external stakeholders.

• Fraud analysts must be able to think critically and creatively to solve complex problems and identify solutions to prevent and detect fraud.

• A strong understanding of fraud detection techniques, tools, and technologies is essential for a fraud analyst to effectively identify and prevent fraudulent activity.

• Fraud analysts must have a good understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance standards related to fraud prevention and detection.

• Proficiency in using data, software, and systems is important for a fraud analyst to effectively analyze and interpret data to detect fraudulent activity.

• Strong Communication skills

• Demonstrates expertise in advanced Microsoft Excel functions, including data analysis, pivot tables, and complex formulas

• Proficiency in creating visually compelling and effective presentations using advanced PowerPoint features

• Strong ability to analyze, organize, and sort large data sets with attention to detail and accuracy

• Skilled at interpreting data trends and patterns, and making actionable recommendations for process improvements

• Capacity to communicate insights clearly and collaborate with team members to implement suggested changes

• Minimum Qualification – bachelor’s degree.

You may be assessed on key essential skills relevant to succeed in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking and digital technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.

This role is based out of Pune.