Fraud Investigations Officer

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Industry: FinTech / Banking / Financial Services

Job Summary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Fraud Investigations Officer to help identify, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activities. You will analyze suspicious transactions, collaborate with legal and compliance teams, and work to recover stolen funds. Your goal is to ensure a safe and secure financial environment by improving fraud detection systems and reducing financial crime.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate suspicious transactions using KYC data, transaction history, and fraud reports.

• Review flagged accounts and apply necessary restrictions (liens).

• Work with legal teams to process court orders and regulatory requests (e.g., from CBN, EFCC, NDIC, NPF).

• Assist in recovering fraudulently transferred funds and support the Fraud Recovery Team.

• Monitor high-risk transactions and recommend updates to fraud prevention systems.

• Prepare reports on fraud trends and provide suggestions to prevent future occurrences.

• Collaborate with internal teams and train staff on fraud awareness and prevention.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, IT, Economics, or related field.

• Certifications like ACA, CFE, or Security+ are an added advantage.

• 2–4 years’ experience in fraud investigation, transaction monitoring, or customer service within banking, finance, or FinTech.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of payment systems and fraud trends

• Good with analyzing account statements

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

• Able to work independently and manage time well

• Familiarity with industry regulations (CBN, EFCC, etc.)

Hiring Process:

1. Phone screening with the recruiter

2. Technical interview with department leads

3. Final interview (technical and behavioral) with an executive team member
   All interviews are held virtually.