Junior Risk Analyst

About the Role:

• Prepare daily reports, monitor transactions, review and mark alerted transactions.
• Investigate suspicious events and follow escalation procedures as required.
• Check KYC, PEP, and sanctions alerts daily and take necessary actions.
• Send weekly updates and monthly compliance reports to stakeholders.
• Attend weekly calls with clients and stakeholders, providing updates and clarifications as needed.
• Professionally communicate via email with clients and internal teams, keeping all relevant parties informed.
• Keep managers updated on new emails, latest developments, or changes during the course of work.
• Work closely with the team to create and optimize effective rules in the fraud system.
• Contribute ideas and suggestions, take accountability for your work, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and put in effort.
• Prepare and complete quarterly reports accurately and on time.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Integrity, transparency, and reliability in all professional interactions.
• Excellent communication skills, effectively engaging with colleagues, clients, and management.
• Punctuality and professionalism, building strong collaborative relationships across teams.
• Receptiveness to feedback and ability to implement improvements promptly.
• Proactive, detail-oriented approach, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy in all tasks.
• Motivation to learn, adapt to new responsibilities, and enhance skills through training.
• Competence in conducting investigations, performing research, and compiling required information efficiently.
• Professional email and call etiquette.
• Familiarity with MS Excel, MS Word, and Google Sheets, and ability to draft professional emails.
• Dedication, passion, and commitment to delivering high-quality results consistently.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
• Freshers are welcome; candidates with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience will have an advantage.
• Experience in fraud, transaction monitoring, chargebacks, banking, trading, or related fields is a plus.
• Basic understanding of VISA/MasterCard transactions is a plus.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills; comfortable using formulas and managing data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to draft professional emails.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Technical Requirements (Mandatory):

• A reliable laptop or desktop with uninterrupted high-speed internet and power supply.
• Ability to work efficiently in a remote environment.

Working Hours:

• 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
• Saturday and Sunday fixed off.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive training and mentoring to help you excel in your role.
• Early responsibility and exposure to real projects.
• Opportunity to work with talented professionals from around the world.
• Experience in the fast-paced and rewarding payments industry.