Fraud Analyst I - Communications

Fifth Third; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank is seeking a Fraud Analyst I to support Fraud Detection, Fraud Communication, and Domestic Collections. You will review alerts, communicate with customers and bank staff, and open or prep cases while escalating complex issues to supervisors.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, multi-tasking, and strong analytical and communication skills in a on-site Cincinnati environment. Relevant banking experience and accuracy are essential for success.

Qualifications

• One to three years of experience in fraud, banking, investigative work, or a related field preferred.
• Proven ability to analyze, interpret, and act on fraud-related information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyse, and decision fraud detection system alerts in accordance with the Fraud Department’s policies, processes, and procedures.
• Communicate directly with customers and bank personnel to address fraud risk and concerns, educating on fraud topics as needed.
• Open and prep fraud cases and escalate as required to supervisory staff.
• Provide fraud-related support and collaborate with the first line of defense for the Bank.
• Coordinate with various business units to understand alerts and ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

Fraud knowledge

Banking experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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GENERAL FUNCTION

The Fraud Analyst I is a cross functional position within Fraud Operations. Fraud Analyst Is can support the Fraud Detection, Fraud Communication, and Domestic Collections teams based on staffing and business needs. Fraud Detection – Responsible for analysing and decisioning alerts on fraud detection systems to determine what actions need to be taken (e.g., placing holds, opening cases, etc.). Fraud Detection responsibilities includes both verbal and written communication to internal and external customers. Fraud Communication – Responsible for handling direct communications with bank customers, bank employees, and offshore fraud call service partners. Communications are handled via phone calls (customer, bank employees, offshore partner) and chat (Retail bank employees and offshore partner). Domestic Collections – Responsible for processing and decisioning fraud check dispute claims. Includes working alerts, dispute cases and inbound call inquiries supporting the customer, retail partner and bank transfers. Fraud Detection, Fraud Communication, and Domestic Collections functions require attention to detail, multi-tasking, communication, and critical thinking skills. Fraud Analyst Is also assist Fraud Operations leadership in developing policies and procedures to enhance processes and reduce fraud risk. Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Banks risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Review, analyse, and decision fraud detection system alerts in accordance with the Fraud Department’s policies, processes, and procedures. Communicate directly with customers and bank personnel to address fraud risk and concerns, educating on fraud topics as needed. Open and prep fraud cases. Appropriately elevate matters associated with fraud activity that warrant engagement to supervisory staff. Provide fraud-related support and work with the first line of defense for the Bank. Work with various business units to understand the alerted activity and ensure compliance with laws. Meet scheduling and time tracking expectations to support performance tracking. Meet performance, quality, and customer service standards. Perform other duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

One to three years of experience in fraud, banking, investigative work, or a related field preferred. Associate's degree or equivalent work experience. Strong analytical, problem-solving, multi-tasking, and conflict resolution skills. Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with internal and external customers on fraud related matters. Functional understanding of federal and state laws and regulations related to fraud as well as functional understanding of bank fraud industry trends. Proactive in identifying potential concerns and following-up to resolve such issues. Excellent teamwork, interpersonal, and relationship building skills. Ability to make decisions or know when to escalation matters to management. Ability to collaborate with others, initiate action, adapt to change, and accept challenging assignments. Ability to communicate effectively with management. Ability to work independently and complete assigned work in a timely and accurate manner. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position is on-site. Normal office environment with little exposure to dust, noise, temperature, and the like. Extended viewing of a LED/LCD computer monitor.

Fraud Analyst I - Communications At Fifth Third

At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day. The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.

BASE SALARY

The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location.

LOCATION

Cincinnati, Ohio 45227

INCLUSIVE CULTURE AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Introduce yourself to our team to stay connected on future opportunities. We look forward to finding the right place for you. Are you ready to take the next step? Fifth Third is a bank that’s as long on innovation as it is on history. Since 1858, we’ve been helping individuals, families, businesses and communities grow through smart financial services that improve lives. With a commitment to taking care of our customers, employees, communities and shareholders, our goal is not only to be the nation’s highest performing regional bank, but to be the bank people most value and trust.