• Application Deadline:
• Position: Senior Manager, Buyer Risk Strategist


• Job Type Full Time , Hybrid


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 8 years


• Location Lagos


• City Lekki


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit  , Project Management 
  

The Role: 

Flutterwave is looking for a Senior Manager, Buyer Risk Strategist, who will be a key leader responsible for managing the buyer risk function. Your role will involve developing and implementing robust risk management strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the security and integrity of buyer transactions.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and execute comprehensive risk management strategies to safeguard against potential financial losses.


• Establish and maintain risk management policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.


• Analyze transaction data and collaborate with the team to identify patterns and anomalies indicative of potential risks.


• Provide guidance and direction to team members in the execution of risk mitigation initiatives.


• Oversee and enhance transaction monitoring systems to detect and prevent fraudulent activities.


• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure all risk management practices align with regulatory requirements.


• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and technology, to integrate risk management practices into business processes.


• ​​Collaborate with cross-functional teams to contribute to the development and refinement of policies, ensuring compliance with industry regulations


• Implement a detail-oriented approach to ensure thorough risk assessments and precise strategy implementations.


• Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and industry developments to anticipate and address emerging risks.

Required competency and skillset to be a waver:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications are a plus.


• Proven 8+ years’ experience in buyer risk management within the financial or fintech industry, with a track record of leadership and strategic thinking.


• Proven track record of successfully detecting and mitigating various fraud modus operandi (MOs) within the payments or financial industry.


• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.


• Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience leading cross-functional teams and driving change initiatives.


• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.


• In-depth understanding of industry regulations and compliance requirements.


• Ability to articulate complex risk-related concepts in a clear and understandable manner for non-risk team members.


• Demonstrated ability to develop a clear and comprehensive project plan for long-range initiatives, outlining key milestones, timelines, and resource requirements.


• Ability to design and develop training programs for operations teams, ensuring they are well-equipped to handle buyer risk-related tasks.