Intelligence Strategy Analyst - 12-month FTC

As an Intelligence Strategy Analyst, you will be monitoring, evaluating and reporting on a business security policy and technical protection strategy, providing intelligence on employees working in or on behalf of the business, and internal & external customers in order to protect the business from reputational risk and financial losses.

You will play an active role in protecting both The Very Group and our customers from fraudulent activity.

Working with a diverse range of people and stakeholders, both internally and externally. It's a fast-paced, super demanding and is an everyday busy role for someone who thrives with this work and can spot where something is not right and drive the right decisions to ultimately protect our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• To provide analysis and investigations to all areas of The Very Group in relation to data analysis of claims, fraud, abuse, and other areas to prevent financial loss including staff activity in breach of policies or working practices.



• Prepare and provide timely investigation packages for criminal proceedings against identified dishonest activities, such as money laundering, terrorist enquiries or fraud and also The Very Group colleague-related matters.


• Pro-actively responding to new fraud trends or behaviours using proven feedback methods.


• Case management of investigations to minimise reputational or other risks the business may encounter.


• Produce detailed and complex documentation which is easy to interpret for major/serial frauds to facilitate the Special Investigation Team and outside agency requirements.



• Analysing Goods Lost in Transit (GLIT) to identify areas of loss and creating cases for investigations for the Specialist Investigations Team, reporting key issues and findings back into the logistic team.


An in-depth understanding of the technology systems deployed within The Very Group to review digital evidence and conduct forensic analysis using specialist software., 1st stage - A 45 minute interview with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience and ask any questions you may have.

Our underlying requirement is to find the right candidate, so we're keen to hear from you if you think you'll add value to this role. To give you an idea of the type of experience we're after please see the below specification, however, please don't be put off if you don't tick all of these boxes!

We love to speak with candidates from customer-facing backgrounds with a positive approach to learning new things, or someone who has curiosity about Fraud Investigation from a University degree or College course.

• Essential Experience:



• Existing fraud and analytical experience


Essential Skills:

• Open-source investigation skills (OSINT)


• Commercial awareness


• Ability to work to tight deadlines


• Attention to detail


• Statistical Analysis


• Relationship management


• Initiative


• Programming skills (e.g. SQL, VBA)


Essential Knowledge:

• Data Protection Requirements (DPA and GDPR)


• Financial services products


• Fraud Act 2006


• POCA 2002


• FCA and AML regulations


• Strong decision-making skills are required to ensure effectiveness of the role.
  
  We are The Very Group and we're here to help families get more out of life. We know that our customers work hard for their families and have a lot to balance in their busy lives. That's why we combine amazing brands and products with flexible payment options on Very.co.uk to help them say yes to the things they love. We're just as passionate about helping our people get more out of life too; building careers with real growth, a sense of purpose, belonging and wellbeing.
  
  Some of our benefits


• Flexible, hybrid working model


• Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews



• £250 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs


• 27 days holiday + bank holidays


• Udemy learning access


• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk



• Matched pension up to 6%


• More benefits can be found on our career site