Fraud Risk and Compliance Consultant

This 6-month contract role is responsible for leading and maintaining the fraud risk management framework across our client's organization, including governance, risk assessments, policy oversight, and regulatory coordination. The consultant will work cross-functionally with Compliance, Legal, and Operational Risk teams to identify control gaps, enhance fraud detection strategies, and report to the Anti-Fraud Committee.

Client Details

The client is a major international bank with a strong presence in the U.S. financial market, operating across corporate, institutional, and retail banking sectors. Known for its emphasis on regulatory compliance and risk management, the bank offers a dynamic, globally integrated environment that supports cross-functional collaboration and high-impact project work.

Description

• Lead and maintain the Anti-Fraud Program, including governance, policy oversight, and coordination of fraud-related training and reporting across the U.S. organization.
• Conduct and manage the annual Fraud Risk Assessment, identifying control gaps and driving mitigation efforts in collaboration with Compliance, Legal, and Operational Risk.
• Develop and track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), perform trend analysis, and report findings to the Anti-Fraud Committee (AFC), while also organizing and managing AFC meetings.
• Coordinate audit and regulatory exam responses, ensuring timely and accurate submissions, remediation of findings, and maintenance of a centralized documentation process.
• Support cross-functional fraud prevention efforts, including maintaining a fraud taxonomy, aligning policies and procedures, and assisting with BSA/AML and financial crime compliance tasks.

Profile

• 5-10 years of experience in fraud prevention and financial crime compliance within an international banking environment.
• Proven track record managing fraud investigations, responding to regulatory inquiries, and mitigating reputational risks.
• Strong background in policy development, governance frameworks, and conducting fraud risk assessments.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and Risk teams on control remediation and program oversight.
• Bachelor's degree required; professional certifications such as Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Anti-Fraud Specialist are preferred but not required.

Job Offer

The successful candidate will receive a competitive hourly pay rate for the duration of the 6-month contract with opportunity to potentially extend and/or convert to a Full-Time Employee of the client's organization.

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