Fraud Risk Analyst x2

Northern Trust; Limerick; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Fraud Prevention Analyst to detect and prevent fraudulent activity across client-facing systems within a fast-paced global fraud team. You will analyze data, review alerts, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to protect clients and the bank.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with analytics tools, and knowledge of authentication processes. This position is based in Ireland and offers exposure to leading financial technology and security

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with complex data.
• Knowledge of Actimize Xceed / Guardian Analytics preferred.
• Experience with malware variants and common attack vectors.

Responsibilities

• Detect and prevent fraud via analysis of client-facing applications.
• Review login anomalies and suspicious transactions; coordinate investigations.
• Analyze datasets from multiple sources to identify potential fraud.
• Validate alerts from fraud detection systems and escalate as needed.
• Communicate trends and risks to the fraud team and management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis with large datasets

Interviewing & impersonation detection

Understanding of authentication

Judgement in fast-paced env

Communication of findings

Education

ACAMS

CFE

Tools

Actimize Xceed / Guardian Analytics

Power BI / Advanced Excel

Job description

About Northern Trust As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

About The Role The Fraud Prevention Analyst role will be responsible for utilizing analytical skills and innovative strategies to detect, prevent, and report fraudulent activities at Northern Trust. This role will operate within a fast paced and dynamic global fraud team that is instrumental in protecting our clients against financial fraud.

Daily Activities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Utilize advanced data analysis techniques to detect and prevent fraud within client facing applications. Review comprehensive daily reports to identify anomalous patterns, transactions, or behaviors that may indicate unauthorized activity or fraud.
• Review and verify login anomalies and suspicious transactions to identify or prevent policy violations, identity theft, and financial crimes by means of web-based and internal system research, coordinated efforts through cross-functional partnerships, client and internal partner notifications and interviews.
• Analyze datasets from various sources and systems to identify and prevent potentially fraudulent activity. Research complex account movements that may involve multiple transaction channels, accounts, or client relationships.
• Review and authenticate alerts generated by the Internal Fraud Detection systems. Validate transactions and activities using data from multiple sources. Escalate cases as needed to managers, HR and Fraud Investigations.
• Leverage advanced skills and subject matter expertise to work independently, within an established fraud research and mitigation framework, to detect and respond to identity theft, scams and fraud risks appropriately and effectively.
• Conduct thorough and well documented analysis, in accordance with policy and procedures. Consult with cross-functional departments to validate or invalidate suspicious transactions, and take appropriate proactive action to protect clients and the bank from additional fraud exposure.
• Maintain the integrity of highly sensitive data, analysis, and confidentiality of systems, policies and case details, and ensure that all fraud prevention efforts are executed in compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Communicate findings, trends, and potential risks to the fraud team and management, to aid in strengthening the bank’s preventative posture and enhancing the fraud program.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with complex data.
• Knowledge of Actimize Xceed / Guardian Analytics preferred.
• Current and historical knowledge of malware variants and common attack vectors.
• Experience in phone interviewing for the identification of client impersonators and scams.
• Understanding of common industry client Authentication processes, tools and Internet Security.
• Ability to identify potential fraudulent or suspicious accounts and activities and take appropriate action to prevent loss. Display good judgement in a fast-paced and results-driven environment.
• General understanding of commercial web browsers such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Google Chrome, and Safari.
• General understanding of computer networking, including but not limited to; local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), internet service provision (ISP), internet protocol (IP), local machine and group security policies, firewalls, and web proxy/content filtering.
• General understanding of end-user operating systems, including Windows and Apple OS.
• General understanding of traditional money movement transactions, systems and fintech.
• Experience with advanced data analysis tools (i.e. power BI, advanced Excel, link analysis, R / Python, OSINT, etc.)
• Several years relevant work experience is preferred. Related Industry qualification (e.g., ACAMS, CFE) or studying towards, is preferred.

Work Authorization Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Please note that Northern Trust is unable to provide employment permit sponsorship for this role. This includes Critical Skills Employment Permits, General Employment Permits, Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permits, Stamp 1G permissions, and other employment permits under Irish immigration frameworks.

Working with Us As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve. Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.