Fraud Risk Analyst I

About Blackhawk Network

Today, through BHN’s single global platform, businesses of all kinds can tap into the world’s largest network of branded payment solutions. BHN helps businesses grow revenue, increase loyalty, motivate and reward their teams, disburse funds and engage consumers. Branded payment solutions include the issuance and distribution of gift cards, egifts, corporate payouts and rewards, along with the technology to deliver these products in seamless, integrated ways. BHN’s network spans the globe with more than 400,000 consumer touchpoints. Learn more at BHN.com.

Hybrid Flexibility: At Blackhawk Network, we balance deep remote work with two intentional collaboration days per week at our Portland office, ensuring you have the tools and autonomy to make a real impact.

Overview

We are looking for a Fraud Risk Analyst to join our growing and dynamic Compliance team. You will have the opportunity to perform transaction monitoring, supporting investigations and law enforcement requests, and prepare fraud and AML management reports. You will interact with the Chief Compliance Officer and other key business partners.

This is a GREAT opportunity to someone with a Degree who has 1-2 years of experience and who wants to grow in the Risk Management field.

Responsibilities

• Study and analyze data sources and data tables that will be used to support investigations. 
• Monitors transactions and system alerts for unusual and/or suspicious activities,
• Prepares management reports on investigations and transaction monitoring performance indicators.
• Performs research and analysis of individuals, entities or events through public records, media or other research tools.
• Works closely with International Sales and Product Development teams to help ensure appropriate risk mitigation to new products and services.
• Stays up-to-date with industry best practices and fraud trends to optimize and refine controls used to detect fraudulent activity.
• Support regulatory and third party examinations.
• Participate in other departmental projects as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• BA in a related field +0 yrs experience or equivalent combination
• Experience in a compliance, audit, or risk analyst type occupation will be considered.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite: advanced Excel (Pivot tables, lookup and macro functions);.
• Ability to use  Access or SQL or other query language to extract and analyze data a plus
• Knowledge of third party systems (e.g., Lexis Nexis) used for business and customer reviews preferred.
• Understanding of requirements of Anti-Money Laundering regulations, USA PATRIOT Act, Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), OFAC and FinCEN rules as they relate to Money Services Businesses (MSBs) preferred.
• Ability to communicate very well in writing and in person.
• Excellent judgment, the ability to take direction and work independently with minimal supervision and as a team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships with various business units 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a drive to deliver outstanding results.
• Desire to learn and explore new concepts.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.

We seek candidates who not only demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in emerging technologies but have also successfully implemented and utilized AI tools to enhance their work, improve processes, or deliver measurable results.  Our teams embrace continuous learning and the thoughtful integration of AI to create meaningful impact – for our employees and the future of work.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Benefits

Salary Range for all U.S. Residents (excluding Alaska, California, North Dakota, South Dakota): $40,250.00 to $51,345.00

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, Blackhawk Network offers benefits including 401k with employer match, medical, dental, vision, 12 paid holidays throughout the year, sick pay accrual according to state law, parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, and flexible time off for all full-time employees. 

EEO Statement

Blackhawk Network provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  Blackhawk Network believes that diversity leads to strength. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Blackhawk Network encourages applicants with previous criminal records to apply to all positions and, pursuant to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Acts (and other “Fair Chance” laws), Blackhawk Network will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.  For Philadelphia applicants or jobs, please see a copy of Philadelphia’s ordinance on this topic by clicking this link: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/philadelphia/latest/philadelphia_pa/0-0-0-280104.