Head of Commercial Analysis

Location: Bristol, Edinburgh or London (Hybrid)
In this position, you’ll be based in either the Bristol, Edinburgh or London office for a minimum of three days a week, with the flexibility to work from home for some of your working week. Find out more about our flexible work culture at computershare.Computershare has an exciting leadership opportunity which will be working in our Global Financial Crime Unit (FCU), as the Global Head of Investigations.
The Global Financial Crime Unit (FCU) is a second line of defence team, which sits within the Global Information Security function. In addition, the team provides the business with assurance over its fraud control environment, by conducting reviews and monitoring for indicators of fraudulent activity.
The role will focus primarily on fraud prevention and pro-active and complex investigations across all lines of business. The overall purpose of the role is to ensure that the Financial Crime Unit supports the global business’ strategic objectives by providing them with advice and guidance on preventing fraudulent activity and completing thorough investigations to highlight control weaknesses.
The role is an important part of the overall fraud risk management program, as it supports the businesses in their management of fraud risk. As part of the FCU’s leadership team, this role will be heavily involved in the future strategy of the FCU and the overall approach to fraud prevention and detection.
Leading and or overseeing the most complex Fraud and resultant money laundering investigations within the FCU.
Direction and overseeing pro-active projects that will use both internal and external intelligence to identify fraud threats and patterns, working in close co-operation with data analysts.
Responsible for horizon scanning and producing assessments as to the level of risk to the relevant businesses.
Pro-active external engagement liaising with law enforcement and other sectors to maintain FCU visibility of the fraud threat landscape.
The Head of Investigations will have proven experience of leading complex Fraud and resultant money laundering investigations in either financial services, legal or law enforcement sectors and is required to understand the environment in which this role operates. In addition you will have extensive experience of developing teams, including coaching and/or mentoring, which is essential to the position.
Experience working with the Microsoft Office suite of products including PowerPoint, OneNote, Power BI, and SharePoint is required.
An understanding of risk and governance operations in financial services firms is required.
Up to date knowledge of current trends in fraud prevention and identification, e.g. insights and legislation.
Leadership/management experience is essential. Remote management experience would be an advantage given that the team members will be spread around the globe.
Fraud/Financial Crime qualifications are preferred but not essential.
Knowledge of technological solutions (e.g. governance, risk and control systems, fraud prevention systems) would be an advantage.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of an evolving leadership team, making your mark in Financial Crime. Flexible work to help you find the best balance between work and lifestyle.
Extra rewards ranging from recognition awards and team get togethers to helping you invest in your future.
Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. Our careers hub will help you find out more about our rewards and life at Computershare, visit computershare.We're a global leader in financial administration with over 12,000 employees across more than 22 different countries. At Computershare, it’s more than just a job, our open and inclusive culture means that we will help you to grow, to move forward and make the most of our world of opportunities.
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