Senior Fraud Investigation Officer

ADIB Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Fraud Investigation Officer to participate in fraud investigations and support the investigation team. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in fraud investigations within the financial service industry, a bachelor's degree, and strong analytical and communication skills. The role requires handling complex fraud cases and ensuring compliance with investigation standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Fraud Investigations in the financial service industry.
• Extensive knowledge in fraud examination and internal controls.
• High degree of analytical reasoning/judgmental skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in fraud investigations and document findings.
• Assist in planning investigations and evidence gathering.
• Coordinate with internal teams to facilitate investigations.
• Draft investigation findings and maintain working papers.

Skills

Fraud examination

Fraud risk management

Analytical reasoning

Communication skills

PC literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or Finance

Certification such as CFE, CFCI, or CIA

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Role : Senior Fraud Investigation Officer
Location : Abu Dhabi
Role Purpose:
Plan and participate in fraud investigations in line with Fraud Investigation Policy & Procedure. Under the guidance of Head of Fraud Investigations and/ or Senior Manager Fraud Investigations. Assist Investigation Team in planning investigations document analysis evidence gathering report writing follow-up of corrective action plan and maintaining working papers.
Key Accountabilities of the role

• Participate in Fraud Investigations and Examinations in line with Fraud Investigation Policy Procedure and ACFE Code of Ethics. Participate in investigation of suspected fraud incidents in order to determine the occurrence of fraud its exposure root causes parties involved (both internal & external) and provide appropriate recommendations to respective stakeholders.
• Assist Fraud Investigations Team and Head of Fraud Investigations in conducting fraud & misconduct investigations and special reviews.
• Identify and discuss the control issues identified during the course of investigations with the respective stakeholders.
• Coordinate with HR Business Line Legal Operations & Technology Risk Management Compliance Corporate Governance order to communicate and obtain requisite information to facilitate investigation process.
• Manage and handle fraud investigations related to fraud incidents (Misconduct Conflict of Interest Data Breaches Information Leakage Application Fraud etc.).
• Draft investigation findings summarizing the results of fraud examination work in line with the Fraud Investigation Policy & Procedure and submit to Head of Fraud Investigations
• Responsible for investigation working paper documenting evidences supporting the investigation conclusion and legal process.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by Head of Fraud Investigations and GRM Management.
• Keeps informed about improvements and current developments in banking environment and in fraud examination and investigation standards procedures and techniques.
• Meet the requirements of individual development plan through pursuing certifications such as Certified Fraud Examiner and attending training programs.

Specialist Skills / Technical Knowledge Required for this role:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Fraud Investigations in financial service industry extensive knowledge in fraud examination fraud risk management and internal controls.
• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Economics Accounting or Finance from a recognized institution. Certification such as CFE CFCI and CIA will be an added advantage.
• High degree of analytical reasoning/judgmental skills.
• Excellent communication (writing & verbal) PC literate with MS Office and system skills.
  

Required Experience:

Senior IC