Fraud Detection Analyst

Trustpilot

Fraud Detection Analyst

Salary Not Specified

Trustpilot, Edinburgh

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 23 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 51a5810d659842de96f148f58da84fb4

Full Job Description

Our vision is to be the universal symbol of trust, bringing consumers and businesses together through reviews. We are well on our way but theres still an exciting journey ahead. Join us at the heart of trust.Are you enthusiastic about battling fake content? Are you ready to use your comprehensive analytical background to make a huge difference in addressing the problem of fake reviews? Then were looking for you! Join our international Fraud & Investigations team as our new Fraud Detection Analyst, enabling us to enhance online trust and protect consumers and businesses worldwide.
As our Fraud Detection Analyst, you will be responsible for data analysis & rule writing to prevent, detect, and combat fraudulent behavior on our platform. Our team is in search of an enthusiastic person ready to delve into a diverse set of complex and occasionally uncertain matters in the field of online trust, using data interpretation to provide insights.
What youll be doing:

Identify fraud trends and curate a deep understanding of fraudulent behavior on our platform via expert use of SQL, Google BigQuery, and Google Looker.
Formulate rules off the back of your analysis to mitigate fraudulent behavior across our platform.
Carry out ad-hoc investigations of escalated cases related to potential misuse of our platform and assist with media, legal, and customer cases.
Partner with our data science experts to propel our technological and procedural approaches to the forefront of identifying fraudulent activity.
Work closely with our engineering teams to enhance internal tools and databases that enable us to combat fraud and scale effectively.
Act as the go-to person for other departments within Trustpilot to provide analysis of customer and reviewer behavior on the platform.
Presenting and communicating the results of analyses and investigations to a variety of stakeholders across the department and wider company.
Work closely with and report to our Lead Fraud & Investigation Analyst.

Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Master of Science (MSc) degree in a field related to Science, Mathematics, or Computer Science or similar industry experience.
Proven experience working with large datasets.
Experience in answering difficult questions using large datasets and the ability to translate complex data into easily understandable reports.
Experience writing queries and preparing reports using SQL or equivalent language.
Motivated to pursue self-learning and broaden your competencies when presented with fresh obstacles.
Prior knowledge of formulating rules to combat fraudulent behavior is a bonus.
The capability to handle various assignments simultaneously with a forward-thinking mindset.

We are:
100% enthusiastic about fraud and tackling misuse, but there is much more to come. We value collaboration, take pleasure in our collective work, indulge in light-hearted moments, and exchange insights to enhance each other's potential. Our team is part of the Trust & Transparency team and we promote real change within the business and the wider online review sector, with a mission to help Trustpilot become a universal symbol of trust and upgrade the world.
Still not sure?
We want to be a part of creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive world of work for all. Were excited to hear about your experiences as well as how you will contribute to our working culture. So, even if you dont feel you don't meet all the requirements, we'd still really like to hear from you!About us
Trustpilot began in 2007 with a simple yet powerful idea that is more relevant today than ever to be the universal symbol of trust, bringing consumers and businesses together through reviews. Trustpilot is open, independent, and impartial we help consumers make the right choices and businesses to build trust, grow and improve.
Today, we have more than 260 million reviews and 57 million monthly active users across the globe, with 117 billion annual Trustpilot brand impressions, and the numbers keep growing. We have more than 900 employees and were headquartered in Copenhagen, with operations in Amsterdam, Denver, Edinburgh, Hamburg, London, Melbourne, Milan and New York.
Were driven by connection. Its at the heart of what we do. Our culture keeps things fresh its built on the relationships we create. We talk, we laugh, we collaborate and we respect each other. We work across borders and cultures to be the universal symbol of trust in an ever-changing world. With vibrant office locations worldwide and over 50 nationalities, were proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace with diverse perspectives and ideas.
Our purpose to help people and businesses help each other is a tall order, but we keep it real. Were a great bunch of humans, doing awesome stuff, without fuss or pretense. A successful Trustpilot future is driven by you we give you the autonomy to shape a career you can be proud of. If youre ready to grow, lets go.
Join us at the heart of trust.

A range of flexible working options to dedicate time to what matters to you
Competitive compensation package + bonus
25 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days after 2 years of employment
Two (paid) volunteering days a year to spend your time giving back to the causes that matter to you and your community
Rich learning and development opportunities are supported through the Trustpilot Academy, LinkedIn Learning, and Blinkist
Pension and life insurance
Health cash plan, online GP, 24/7 Employee Assistance Plan
Full access to Headspace, a popular mindfulness app to promote positive mental health
Paid parental leave
Season ticket loan and a cycle-to-work scheme
Central office location complete with all the snacks and refreshments you can ask for
Regular opportunities to connect and get to know your fellow Trusties, including company-wide celebrations and events, ERG activities, and team socials
Access to over 4,000 deals and discounts on things like travel, electronics, fashion, fitness, cinema discounts, and more.