Fraud Prevention Specialist

Russell Tobin's client, an American multinational financial services firm, is hiring a Fraud/AML Specialist at Charlotte, NC

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Employment Type: Contract

Pay range: $25/hr. to 26/hr. on W2

Schedule: Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm

Duration: 6 months (possible extension or conversion)

Location: Charlotte, NC 28202

First 60 days: 100% in-office (5 days per week)

After 60 days: Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)

Job Description:

The Fraud Triage Analyst will be responsible for reviewing investigative referrals and identifying potential fraudulent activity. The role involves analyzing transactional data, assessing account activity, and determining whether cases should be escalated for further investigation. The analyst will use internal systems, conduct public data searches, and apply internal fraud prevention guidelines to make informed decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze investigative referral forms and internal fraud alerts.
• Assess transactional activity to identify patterns of suspicious behavior.
• Determine whether to close referrals or escalate them for further fraud investigation.
• Utilize internal banking systems and public data sources for research.
• Ensure compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to establish best practices for identifying fraudulent activity.
• Provide recommendations on customer risk ratings and transaction monitoring.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong attention to detail, particularly with dates, dollar amounts, and customer data.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in navigating multiple software platforms, including Microsoft Office.

Preferred Skills:

• Background in banking, fraud investigations, or Anti-Money Laundering (AML).
• Experience analyzing transactional data to detect suspicious activity.
• Familiarity with financial regulations and compliance processes.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in fraud detection, AML investigations, or financial services.

Benefits that Russell Tobin offers:

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.