Counter Fraud Analyst

Gerrard White; Salford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm based in Manchester is seeking a Counter Fraud Analyst. The ideal candidate will have strong data analysis skills and experience with Power BI. Responsibilities include producing management reports, analyzing fraud trends, and improving prevention measures. The role emphasizes accuracy and collaboration with stakeholders to manage fraud risks effectively. Candidates should be detail-oriented and enjoy working in a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with data analysis and coding, particularly using Power BI.
• Natural curiosity and detail-focused mindset.
• Ability to challenge data that appears incorrect.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality management information and analyze fraud trends.
• Work closely with stakeholders to identify emerging fraud risks.
• Continuously improve fraud detection and management processes.

Skills

Data analysis

Power BI

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Counter Fraud Analyst

Location Manchester

Ideal candidate profile

This role would suit an experienced analyst or a strong graduate with a genuine interest in data, fraud prevention, and analytics.

The ideal candidate or graduate will have hands on experience with data analysis and coding, particularly using Power BI, and be comfortable working with data sets to identify trends, patterns, and risks.

You will be naturally curious, detail focused, and confident challenging data that does not look right.

You will enjoy working in a structured environment where accuracy matters, deadlines are real, and analysis drives decision making.

The role

Reporting to the Fraud Data and Intelligence Manager, you will be responsible for producing high quality management information, analysing fraud trends, and improving the systems and processes that help prevent exposure to fraud. This is a hands on analytical role with real influence across the business.

You will work closely with stakeholders to identify emerging fraud risks, challenge existing controls, and continuously improve how fraud is detected and managed.

What you will be doing

• Producing accurate, insightful MI and performance reports
• Carrying out root cause and trend analysis
• Developing new methods to identify and prevent fraud...