Job Description

This Director-level position in Fraud Detection Analytics at Morgan Stanley focuses on designing and implementing advanced analytics strategies to combat fraud across various payment channels. The role requires a blend of technical expertise and strategic vision to drive collaboration and deliver actionable insights for fraud risk management.

Requirements

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in fraud analytics, financial crime, or risk management.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Finance, or related field.
Expert proficiency in SQL for data extraction, analysis, and reporting.
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing fraud detection models.
In-depth understanding of transaction exhaust methods.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience working with large datasets and modern analytics tools.

Responsibilities

Develop and refine fraud detection controls and analytical frameworks.
Monitor and analyze transaction channels for suspicious activity.
Leverage data-driven insights by integrating internal and external data.
Utilize SQL and advanced analytics to extract and analyze large datasets.
Apply predictive modeling and statistical methodologies.
Design and validate rules within the fraud rules engine.
Continuously adjust controls based on observed trends.
Identify automation opportunities to streamline manual processes.
Deliver business insights through dashboards and visualization tools.
Communicate key trends and actionable recommendations to management.
Prepare and present executive-level reports on suspicious activities.
Set and monitor KPIs for fraud detection.
Collaborate with various teams to enhance fraud detection tools.
Coordinate with Fraud Operations to align rule strategies.

Benefits

Morgan Stanley offers extensive benefits that support employees’ careers, health, finances, and families, including top-tier medical coverage, mental health support, generous parental leave, fertility and family-building benefits, and robust retirement and stock purchase plans. Employees also gain access to continuous learning and networking opportunities, volunteer and giving programs aligned with the firm’s values, and hundreds of lifestyle perks like discounted products, cultural and entertainment tickets, and commuter savings.