The Role: 

• Flutterwave is looking for Buyer Risk Strategy professionals who will play a crucial role in supporting the development and implementation of risk management strategies related to buyer transactions.
• You will be responsible for analyzing data, monitoring transactions, and assisting in the execution of risk mitigation initiatives.

Responsibilities

include but are not limited to:

• Conduct data analyses to identify trends and insights related to buyer behavior and transaction patterns.
• Review Flutterwave’s products, features and processes to identify potential risks, and propose and implement mitigation measures.
• Create, monitor and optimize fraud rules to cater for latest fraud trends.
• Monitor transactions to identify any unusual patterns or anomalies that may indicate potential risks.
• Collaborate with the team to investigate and analyze flagged transactions and take appropriate actions.
• Support the implementation of risk mitigation strategies to ensure the security and integrity of buyer transactions.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and technology, to ensure effective risk management practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of risk assessment processes, findings, and actions taken.

Requirements

• Required competency and skillset to be a waver:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 4+ years’ working experience in risk management, fraud prevention, or a related field is a plus.
• Experience working with large data sets to extract actionable insights.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to connect seemingly unrelated sets of data.
• Hands-on, intermediate level experience in SQL or a similar language.
• Ability to think strategically and anticipate user needs.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to simplify complex concepts.
• Ability to troubleshoot operational issues and ensure smooth execution of risk management processes.
• Proven ability to write comprehensive Business Requirements Documents (BRDs).
• Comfortable with an optimization mindset and the ability to balance risks with positive measures.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally.