Fraud & Operational Risk Analyst — Protect & Improve Controls

Northern Credit Union, Limited; Sault Ste. Marie; Hybrid; CAD 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Annual variable compensation

Exclusive staff rates

Professional development

Do Some Good volunteering program

Win/Win program

Job summary

Northern Credit Union is seeking a Risk Analyst to join the Operational Risk team. The role supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the fraud and operational risk management programs to protect assets and members.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in financial services risk, strong analytical and communication skills, and knowledge of fraud controls. We offer a comprehensive rewards package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in accounting, audit, risk, or business-related discipline.
• 3-5 years’ relevant experience in financial-services operations, risk, audit, or other related control functions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability.
• Understanding of fraud, internal controls and risk in financial industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor fraud detection systems and investigate suspicious activity.
• Analyze complex transaction patterns and enhance fraud rules and scoring models.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and document investigative findings.
• Prepare fraud trend and risk reporting for leadership.
• Support business resilience, insurance, and other operational risk programs.
• Collaborate across units and with external partners to foster a risk-aware culture.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Risk management

Education

Post secondary education in accounting, audit, risk, or business-related discipline

Job description

Northern Credit Union is seeking a Risk Analyst to join the Operational Risk team. The role supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the fraud and operational risk management programs to protect assets and members.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in financial services risk, strong analytical and communication skills, and knowledge of fraud controls. We offer a comprehensive rewards package and opportunities for professional growth.