Principal Specialist, Fraud

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We're obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking "why not?" when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills. Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.

The Principal Specialist, Fraud will be responsible for assisting in analyzing data, monitoring transactions, and implementing fraud prevention measures to safeguard our company's assets and protect our customers.

What You'll Do:

• Assist in monitoring and analyzing transactions, accounts, and user activities to identify potential fraud indicators or suspicious patterns.
• Utilize fraud detection tools, systems, and data analysis techniques to proactively identify and escalate fraud risks.
• Conduct detailed analysis of data sets, customer profiles, and transactional information to identify anomalies and potential fraud trends.
• Investigate flagged activities, gather evidence, and build comprehensive case files for further action.
• Assist customers through an identity theft event.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of fraud prevention strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in raising fraud awareness among employees by promoting best practices, sharing fraud prevention tips, and assisting in the development of training materials.

What You'll Have:

Minimum:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify patterns or anomalies.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel or other data analysis tools.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and precision.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of fraud prevention techniques, tools, and industry best practices is advantageous.
• Familiarity with financial systems, payment methods, and e-commerce platforms is a plus.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business administration, finance, or criminal justice.
• 1-2 years of experience in fraud prevention, detection, or related roles is a plus.

Sallie Mae is proud to be an equal opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.