Harnham are working with an innovative fintech lender that is leveraging data, technology and AI to transform the customer borrowing experience. They are looking for a commercially minded Head of Fraud to own and evolve their fraud strategy as the business continues to scale.
THE COMPANY
This fast-growing fintech operates within the UK consumer lending market and is investing heavily in advanced analytics, automation and AI-driven decisioning. With a strong technology-first culture, the business is focused on building intelligent solutions that improve customer experience while maintaining robust risk controls.
THE ROLE
This is a newly created, high-impact position with ownership of fraud strategy across the business. You'll combine strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, helping to identify emerging threats, strengthen fraud controls and introduce innovative AI-powered fraud prevention capabilities.
Specifically, you can expect to be involved in:
- Owning and developing the organisation's fraud strategy across customer and operational fraud risks.
- Designing and enhancing fraud decisioning frameworks, controls and detection processes.
- Working closely with data, engineering and risk teams to deploy fraud solutions into production.
- Leveraging AI and automation to improve fraud detection and investigation capabilities.
- Building fraud analytics, reporting and insights to support business decision-making and risk management.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
The successful Head of Fraud must have the following skills and experience:
- Significant experience in fraud prevention, fraud risk or financial crime within lending, financial services or fintech.
- Strong understanding of fraud trends, typologies and emerging threats.
- Ability to work with data and technology, including SQL and analytical tools.
- Experience collaborating with technical teams to develop and implement fraud solutions.
- Knowledge of AI, automation or advanced analytics within fraud environments.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, scaling organisation with a proactive and innovative mindset.
BENEFITS
The successful Head of Fraud will receive a salary up to £120,000 plus equity.
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Head of Fraud employer: Harnham
As a leading specialist data consultancy, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our Analytics Engineering Consultants to thrive. With a focus on professional development, we offer extensive growth opportunities and the chance to work on high-impact projects across diverse industries, all while enjoying the flexibility of remote work in the UK. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and encourages you to influence strategy and drive meaningful change for our clients.
