Director, Global Fraud Strategy

Summary

Join Tala, a leading fintech company, as the Director of Global Fraud Strategy. Reporting to the SVP of Credit & Fraud Risk, you will lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive global fraud prevention and mitigation strategy. This critical role requires strategic thinking, data-driven decision-making, and strong team leadership skills. You will oversee fraud prevention and detection initiatives, collaborating with various teams to deliver effective solutions. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in fraud prevention, strong analytical skills, proficiency in SQL and Python, and a proven track record of success in the consumer finance/fintech industry. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a significant impact on a global scale.

Requirements

• 8+ years experience in fraud prevention strategy, preferably in the consumer finance/fintech industry
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful fraud prevention strategies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate patterns from large datasets into digestible and actionable insights that inform strategy
• Proficiency in SQL and Python
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus across different levels and functions
• Experience managing and developing high-performing teams
• Outcome-oriented mindset with a strong bias for action
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, engineering, statistics, or other related discipline
• Comfort working and effectively communicating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a global team
• Experience defining and driving a roadmap based on company performance goals
• A curiosity that will enable you to digest the Tala loan product business model quickly and find opportunities to create value

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of Tala’s global fraud strategy, encompassing all aspects of fraud prevention, detection, and response across loan portfolios
• Create visibility throughout Tala into our fraud strategy and opportunities, including obtaining buy-in from and influencing other key leaders in the organization
• Conduct in-depth analysis of portfolio and industry fraud trends to identify emerging risks and vulnerabilities
• Stay abreast of industry best practices, technology, and regulatory developments in the fraud space and incorporate them into Tala’s approach to fraud
• Oversee the execution of fraud prevention and detection initiatives, partnering closely with key stakeholders, including Credit Strategy, Product, Engineering, Operations, Data Science, Legal/Compliance, and Engineering teams to deliver effective solutions
• Define and monitor key performance indicators that provide visibility into fraud in Tala’s portfolios and the ability to measure the effectiveness of fraud prevention efforts
• Anticipate the need for evolution in our fraud risk mitigation strategy as part of Tala’s planned market and product growth
• Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing, global team of fraud professionals

Benefits

$170,000 - $220,000 a year