Fraud Data Analyst

The Game Changers:
Australian Payments Plus (AP+) is here to shape the future of payments for Australia. We aim to deliver more innovation to Australia’s payments ecosystem, for the collective benefit of Australian businesses, government and consumers.

Our solutions include Australia’s domestic debit network, real-time, data rich payments infrastructure, secure bill payments, digital identity verification, QR payments and experiences and open wallet solutions. It’s a new chapter with more possibilities.

We are one connected team in pursuit of one inspiring purpose - to unite people and technology to power better experiences. Each of us has a part to play in making that happen. You’ll be encouraged to bring your big ideas forward and make a difference through your work. Taking steps forward in your career whilst still having room for fun, friendships, and flexibility in your daily life.

We’re driven by our core values: lead with heart, learn for tomorrow and live our legacy. A purpose like ours takes the inspired impact of an incredible team. Ready to change the game? We’re ready to help you do it.

**The Purpose**:
The purpose of the Fraud Data Analyst role is to support the Fraud Operations team by developing and operating measurement and data analytics capabilities to detect, assess, and mitigate fraud risks. This role enables data-driven decision making through the collection, analysis, and reporting of fraud-related data, contributing to risk management, quality assurance, and stakeholder engagement to strengthen the organisation’s payment security and operational effectiveness.

**The core accountabilities of the role will include**:

- Collect, maintain, and analyse measurement data to meet organisational information needs.
- Produce and distribute regular and ad hoc reports using analytical tools.
- Improve data collection processes and methods.
- Conduct risk management activities, including documenting risks, vulnerabilities, and mitigation actions.
- Support quality assurance through evidence collection, audits, and compliance reviews.
- Identify and address non-compliance or abnormal occurrences against organisational standards.
- Provide expert advice to inform planning and operational decisions.
- Gather and prepare multi-source data for analysis.
- Manage stakeholder engagement, resolve issues, gather feedback, and strengthen relationships.

**The capabilities needed to be successful for this role are**:

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in data Analytics, Statistics, Finance, or a related discipline. Relevant certifications in data analytics, fraud detection, or risk management (e.g. CFE, CAMS, or equivalent) are highly regarded.
- Industry Insight: Awareness of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to payments, fraud prevention, and financial crime management.
- Experience: Proven experience in data analysis, ideally within financial services, payments, or fraud operations.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in data analytics and statistical tools such as SQL, Python, R, Power BI, and Power Automate (or similar).
- Analytical Capability: Strong ability to interpret complex data sets and derive meaningful insights to support decision-making.
- Risk & Compliance: Experience in risk management, quality assurance, or compliance processes is an advantage.
- Domain Knowledge: Sound understanding of fraud detection methodologies, risk management principles, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Technical Awareness: Familiarity with data platforms, infrastructure, governance, and emerging technologies supporting analytics and fraud prevention.

**What happens next**:
At AP+, we believe in the power of passion, pride, and purpose. Our team is driven by a shared mission to make a difference in the world of payments, and we're proud to work together towards this common goal.

AP+ are not partnering with Recruitment agencies for this role.