Senior Fraud Investigation & Strategy Lead

Ascensus; Dover (DE); Remote; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascensus is seeking a Senior Fraud Investigator in the United States to lead complex investigations, analyze emerging fraud patterns, and act as a subject matter expert within the fraud program.

You will oversee independent casework, drive root cause analyses, and partner across operations, compliance, legal, and technology to strengthen controls and response. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for senior stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of progressive experience in fraud investigations or financial services risk management.
• Experience conducting complex investigations with multiple data points and linked activity.
• Knowledge of fraud typologies, investigative techniques, and risk management practices.
• Ability to communicate with senior stakeholders and cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex fraud investigations involving multiple accounts, transactions, channels, and subjects.
• Identify emerging fraud trends and risk indicators.
• Conduct root cause analyses of fraud events and identify control improvements.
• Prepare clear case documentation and escalation materials.
• Partner with operations, compliance, legal, technology, and other stakeholders to support outcomes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and stronger fraud mitigation.

Skills

Fraud investigations

Data analysis

Communication skills

Independent work

Stakeholder collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

CFE/CAMS/CFCS certification a plus

Tools

Case management systems

Monitoring/reporting tools

Job description

Ascensus is seeking a Senior Fraud Investigator in the United States to lead complex investigations, analyze emerging fraud patterns, and act as a subject matter expert within the fraud program.

You will oversee independent casework, drive root cause analyses, and partner across operations, compliance, legal, and technology to strengthen controls and response. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for senior stakeholder engagement.