Manager - Fraud Prevention and Investigations

Job description / Role

Our client, a leading banking group in the region, is seeking to recruit a Manager Fraud Prevention and Investigations. You will be directly reporting to the Head of Fraud Prevention & Investigations

Job Purpose

The role holder is primarily responsible for conducting and leading the investigations, supervising, preparing and/ or reviewing the investigation reports of fraud investigators, preparing and conducting the fraud awareness programs across the bank, and participating in policy making in terms of fraud prevention and detection.

Main Tasks

Receive, review and analyze information, documentation, data and evidence associated with fraud allegations and/or unethical behavior and/or to identify fraud.

Conduct interviews, gather and preserve evidence in a professional and methodical manner.

Maintenance of comprehensive investigation files, physical and electronic.

Prepare, review and submit fraud analysis and investigation reports to Head FP&I timeously.

Identify and explore possible operational weaknesses and fraud risks during fraud analysis and investigations, and suggest mitigating controls.

Assist in the proposal of an accepted plan for assessing fraud risks in all business areas. Prepare fraud risk assessment plan and implementation of the same.

Research, analyze and recommend measures to reduce fraud related risks to which business activities are exposed.

Perform data interrogation to identify possible trends which might be indicative of fraud. Propose, design and introduce fraud analytics database and reports on the basis of previous fraud trends

Participate in the creation of a fraud prevention and ownership culture across the Company by providing Fraud Awareness trainings to various units/departments within the organisation

Design and Re-design existing fraud awareness trainings specific to various business units and requirements of the course on timely basis.

Identify personal training needs & areas for personal development, and monitor effectiveness

Supervise and assist trainees and constant coaching to team members in investigations where necessary
Coordinate with the concerned FP&I staff who liaise with various competent investigation authorities, in the pursuance of criminal matters.

Prepare chain of evidence to be presented in the courts as per the requirements explained to the concerned FP&I team member by the lawyers and/ or officials of authorities.

Coordinate investigative efforts with law enforcement officers, attorneys and other organisation against any emerging fraud trend/ threat.

Assist in the development of policies and procedures to support FP&I programs.

Preparation of periodic management reports.

Manage the team and resolve issues faced by the team.

Design, develop, enhance and maintain software applications and anti-fraud framework/ tools for fraud mitigation and reduction in fraud losses experienced by Companys Group.

Requirements

Successful candidates will have:

- Professional qualification like CFE, ACA, ACCA, CIA or similar.

- More than 7 years of professionally verifiable experience in fraud/ internal audit/risk management role with at least 4 years in fraud prevention and/ or investigations or relevant role.

- UAE banking industry experience preferred.

Knowledge & Skills:

- Superior communications and report writing skills.

- Hands on experience on Microsoft Office.

- Ability to independently manage and lead investigation assignments.

Behavioral Competencies:

- Analytical thinking, ability to draw chain of evidence.

- Team player.

- Continuous professional development.

About the Company

We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:

• IT & Telecommunications
• Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
• Banking, Finance & Legal
• Sales & Business Development
• Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
• Human Resources & Training
• Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
• Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
• Executive Recruitment
• Emiratization Solutions
• Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
• Managed Service Provider Solutions
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