Manager - Risk & Analytics, US Installment Loan Portfolio
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Since 2013, Avant set out to change the world of financial technology with our proprietary software that uses big data and machine learning algorithms to change the way people borrow money.
“Data” and “algorithm” may be two painfully overused buzzwords, but to us, these are two central elements to our business. The other part: the brilliant minds behind Avant.
Our team has set out to bring consumer loans from the bank to your computer screen. By combining cutting-edge technology with outstanding talent, we’ve managed to grow from five scrappy entrepreneurs to over 750 employees–and we’re not stopping there.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position within Avant’s Global fraud team will be responsible for leading the development of Avant’s US fraud prevention strategy. This ownership position is analytically driven but also requires the development and maintenance of operational process. Build and manage a team of 5-6 direct reports and growing. Build daily and monthly reporting to identify gaps in Avant’s current fraud prevention and detection strategy. Oversee key projects to mitigate Avant’s fraud risk by leveraging internal and external relationships to get work completed. Must be willing an able to operate as an owner providing key recommendations on the future of Avant’s fraud prevention strategies. Position resides on the technology and analytics side of the organization and reports to the head of global fraud prevention.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of experience in fraud and/or risk analytics
- 1+ year of supervisory, management and/or team leadership experience
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or other relevant professional certification preferred
- Advanced knowledge of SQL programming and Excel required
- Self starter
BENEFITS
Avant’s first office was a windowless room with luxurious amenities like functioning plumbing. Now, that room is where Avantees line up every day at lunchtime to get their free catered meal and gather every Friday for happy hour(s) and Manager Q&A.
Beyond working with some of the best and brightest in the Chicago tech space, you’ll enjoy these perks:
- Work directly with senior management
- Winter blues? Take a paid vacation–there’s no limit
- BlueCross/BlueShield Medical & Dental Insurance
- Stop squinting: VSP Vision Insurance
- 401k with a 4% match
- Snacks on snacks on snacks
- Free breakfast and lunch (in case you forgot)
- Casual dress on days that end in “y”
- No excuse to not call mom: complimentary corporate cell phone plan for Associate level and above
- Pre-tax commuter benefits/Flexible Spending Accounts
- Discounted gym membership package
- Get educated: attend conferences and courses to keep your mind sharp
- And more!