Specialist Fraud Governance & Risk Reporting

Specialist Fraud Governance & Risk Reporting

Apply remote type Hybrid locations Sandton time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: January 16, 2025 (5 days left to apply) job requisition id R-15970688

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With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group. Job Summary We are looking for a Governance, Risk, and Control Specialist/Manager to play a pivotal role in driving and managing an effective fraud risk management culture for CIB fraud risk. You will ensure the efficiency of governance structures, effective stakeholder management, and meaningful reporting to internal and external stakeholders. Your role will involve maintaining and managing the overall Fraud Strategy Combined Assurance Plan, coordinating fraud threat assessments, and supporting in-country teams to identify, assess, and manage fraud risks. Job Description Key Responsibilities:

1. Translate Strategies into Action: Transform high-level strategies into actionable goals. Execute relevant projects and initiatives aligned with Fraud Strategic objectives. Implement specific performance measures and control systems to track progress.
2. Stay Ahead of Fraud Trends: Work closely with fraud analysts to identify current fraud threats. Analyze potential fraud trends, threats, and modus operandi. Keep a vigilant eye across all products and channels.
3. Risk Mitigation: Protect the bank from inherent risks associated with fraud. Recommend robust and practical processes to bolster our defense. Ensure effective communication of fraud intelligence to all stakeholders. Collaborate with the Head of Fraud Operations to maintain fraud losses within the set risk appetite.
4. Operational Excellence: Manage and report on fraud-related operations. Champion change management initiatives. Uphold governance, risk, and control standards.
5. Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance fraud prevention efforts.

Qualifications:

• NQF Level 8 (Equivalent): Required educational background.
• CIA / ACFE / IRMSA Certification would be an added Advantage.
• Experience of 4-6 years in Audit, Risk and Fraud Risk.

Skills and Attributes:

• Attention to Detail
• Fraud Risk Assessments
• Analytical Skills
• Effective Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Computer Literacy
• Assertive

Education Bachelor's Degree: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required) Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank. Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised. #J-18808-Ljbffr