Fraud Investigation and Prevention Analyst
Location: London
Role Type: Permanent
Work Setup: Hybrid - 3 days in the office

Who We Are

Vanguard is one of the world's leading investment firms, dedicated to helping clients achieve lasting financial success. Established in 1975, its unique ownership structure-where funds own the company and investors own the funds-ensures all efforts are focused on client outcomes. Known for integrity, innovation, and low-cost investing, fosters an inclusive and collaborative culture that empowers employees to make a meaningful impact globally.

What You'll Do:
Fraud Investigations

• Lead and manage fraud investigations, including handling fraud alerts, to ensure timely, consistent, and high-quality outcomes in line with Vanguard standards and regulations.
• Review and approve investigation outputs while prioritising workloads to balance risk, client impact, and operational needs.
• Act as an escalation point for complex or high-risk cases, providing clear guidance and risk-based decisions.

Investigation & Fraud Risk Management

• Conduct thorough investigations into complex or sensitive fraud cases, ensuring detailed case records and audit-ready documentation.
• Identify emerging risks and control gaps, offering recommendations to enhance prevention and detection while supporting improvements to fraud frameworks and response strategies.

Coaching & Team Development

• Provide guidance, coaching, and technical support to junior investigators while promoting high investigative standards, including structured decision-making and case management.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and assist with onboarding, training, and development initiatives to ensure alignment with best practices.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships across risk, compliance, audit, operations, and technology teams while acting as a subject matter expert on fraud risks and providing actionable insights.
• Support strategic fraud initiatives and collaborate with external partners where needed.

Process Improvement & Strategy

• Refine fraud policies, controls, and procedures, identify opportunities to enhance investigations and controls, and contribute to projects aimed at improving fraud risk management.

What You Bring:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in fraud investigations (preferably within financial services) with strong knowledge of fraud typologies and investigative techniques.
• Proven ability to handle complex cases with sound judgment and identify trends to improve controls.
• Ability to lead, provide direction, and mentor colleagues within a team environment.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities, including the capacity to prioritise effectively.
• Skilled at influencing stakeholders across functions and presenting complex risks clearly and effectively.

Desirable Experience

• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in fraud-related projects or control enhancements.
• Familiarity with fraud detection tools or analytics platforms and experience collaborating with external organizations or networks

What's Next:

If you are ready to take the next step, apply now. Successful applicants will be contacted directly by a recruiter to discuss the role more.

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This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organizations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.