Senior Fraud Investigator

Overview

Senior individual contributor who leads complex or high-impact fraud investigations, identifies emerging fraud patterns, and serves as a subject matter expert within the fraud function.

What you'll do

• Lead complex fraud investigations involving multiple accounts, transactions, channels, and/or subjects
• Identify and analyze emerging fraud trends, typologies, and risk indicators
• Conduct root cause analysis of fraud events and identify opportunities to strengthen fraud controls
• Use internal systems, reporting, and available data sources to investigate linked activity and suspicious patterns
• Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive case documentation, investigative summaries, and escalation materials
• Support high-priority escalations and complex fraud events requiring timely containment and coordination
• Partner with operations, compliance, legal, technology, and other stakeholders to support investigative outcomes
• Help improve investigative procedures, documentation standards, and case management practices
• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to business partners and team members as needed
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and stronger fraud mitigation practices
• Protect, secure, and properly handle all confidential data held by Ascensus to guard against unauthorized access, improper transmission, and unapproved disclosure

What you'll need

• Minimum of 3–7 years of progressive experience in fraud investigations, financial crimes, or financial services risk management
• Strong experience conducting complex investigations involving multiple data points, linked accounts, and suspicious activity patterns
• Strong knowledge of fraud typologies, investigative techniques, and fraud risk management practices
• Proven ability to identify emerging fraud patterns and translate findings into actionable recommendations
• Ability to operate independently and exercise sound judgment in high-risk or ambiguous matters
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with senior stakeholders and cross-functional partners
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Proficiency with case management, monitoring, and reporting tools
• Experience in banking, financial services, retirement services, wealth services, fintech, or law enforcement
• Experience supporting fraud control improvements or investigative process enhancements
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Nice to have

• Certifications such as CFE, CAMS, or CFCS

Details

• Supervision: N/A
• Location: Hyderabad, India