Sr. Analyst, Fraud & Investigations - Financial Services

Are you passionate about being part of a team at a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales that delivers extraordinary care to help individuals and businesses prepare for and protect their future? If so, then Nationwide Financial could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, "on your side" goes beyond just words. Our customers and partners are at the center of everything we do and we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

This is a hybrid role based in Columbus, Ohio, requiring on‑site presence at least two days per week.

It is our intention to fill this role in Columbus, Ohio. However, on occasion, applications from internal candidates working remotely who bring critical industry skills and relevant experience may be considered.

Technical skills desired (Power BI, coding, automation) and strong financial knowledge (annuities, retirement planning) preferred.

Are you passionate about protecting our customers and our company from fraud and its negative impacts? We are skilled investigators who use technology, data, and our investigative skills to identify fraud patterns and trends, proactively and reactively, and prevent wrongful, criminal actions aimed  you are tenacious, naturally curious and adaptable to the constantly evolving investigative environment in which we work, we want to know more about you!

• Investigates low to moderately complex cases suspected of insurance fraud and other irregularities primarily involving Retirement Plans, Life Insurance, Annuities, and Nationwide Business Solutions Group (NBSG). Conducts complex investigations with minimal direction. May involve another level of expertise (e.g. Legal, Management, Cyber Security, etc). Ensures that assigned cases are investigated and reported back to the requesting party in a timely manner.
• Maintains assigned claims and referral files in a confidential manner; documents all relevant facts about files in the appropriate electronic handling system(s).
• Keeps management advised of developments that impact fraud case results for assigned investigations.
• Proactively provides support to business partners which may include analyzing and trending information, consultation/training, and investigative changes/impacts leading to increased awareness.
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining various tools, systems, and processes designed to proactively identify suspicious activity.
• Monitors communications and responds to general inquiries related to fraud and investigations. Delivers clear, concise, and complete case resolution responses that include investigative details and recommendations.
• Monitors Anti Money Laundering (AML) and Fraud reports on a regular cadence to identify fraudulent "red flags" and AML activity.
• Maintains and pursues technical proficiency, including participating in continuing fraud education through fraud seminars and other company-sponsored courses.
• Delivers an outstanding customer service experience to all internal, external, current, and prospective customers.
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Reporting Relationships:
Reports to Manager, Fraud & Investigations

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, business administration, or similar field preferred
• Experience:
  
  Two to three years' experience in applicable Nationwide Financial Solutions center and/or insurance operations. Insurance investigation experience or professional investigation experienced preferred.
• Knowledge, Abilities and
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in fraudulent claims; specific "red flags," "red flag events" and other criteria that indicate possible fraud; effective and appropriate methods for suspected fraudulent insurance acts investigation. Maintains current understanding of insurance and financial services industry, focusing on the Nationwide enterprise. Knowledge of industry-leading fraud detection and prevention tools.
• Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager's leader and HR Business Partner.

Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.

Overtime Eligibility