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Full-Time

Fraud Investigation Associate

Posted on 10/23/2024

OppFi

OppFi

201-500 employees

Specialty finance platform for personal loans

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$46.8kAnnually

+ Performance-based bonuses + One-time equity grant

Junior, Mid

Remote in USA

Category
Financial Consulting
Consulting
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a business related discipline preferred. Equivalent work experience in business management or criminal justice may substitute education requirement
  • 2+ years of work experience with minimum 1 year of fraud Investigations experience required
  • In depth knowledge and understanding of fraud
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel and knowledge of Databases
  • Strong research skills
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to meet stringent deadlines
  • Ability to achieve high production and quality standards
  • Ability to work effectively, as well as independently, in a team environment
  • The ability to deal with ambiguity and a changing work environment
Responsibilities
  • Investigate and research cases of identified fraud, fraud loss, or suspicious events to identify fraud rings and patterns, assist victims in resolving fraud events, and denying fraud claims identified as false through investigation
  • Thoroughly investigate cases of potential and suspected fraud to determine validity of claims.
  • Perform independent, comprehensive, investigative reviews related to financial fraud types like Identity Theft, Payment Fraud, Elder Financial Abuse etc.
  • Provide timely and accurate response to ensure customers receive the best service when verification is requested
  • Communicate risk decisions effectively in both verbal and written communication to customers, internal business partners, agent offices and management.
  • Maintain accurate records of investigations, findings, and actions taken, adhering to confidentiality and data protection standards.
  • Provide consultation and day-to-day support to internal associates related to fraud investigations and loss mitigation opportunities
  • Perform other jobs as assigned such as assisting to train department personnel
  • Maintain and manage a caseload while meeting competing SLA requirements.

OppFi provides a platform that connects community banks with consumers who have difficulty accessing credit from traditional financial institutions. The company focuses on offering personal loans to individuals who are often underserved, helping them to improve their financial health. OppFi's model involves partnering with community banks to facilitate these loans, generating revenue through the interest and fees associated with them. What sets OppFi apart from its competitors is its commitment to responsible lending practices, transparency, and exceptional customer service, which aims to positively impact the financial well-being of its clients. The goal of OppFi is to enhance financial inclusion by broadening credit access for everyday Americans.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$283M

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

4%

2 year growth

4%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • OppFi's partnerships and product rollouts, supported by significant credit facilities, position the company for accelerated growth and innovation.
  • The collaboration with Zogo enhances OppFi's value proposition by offering financial education, potentially leading to higher customer retention and satisfaction.
  • Being part of the FinTech IPO Index and actively hiring in Chicago suggests a robust growth trajectory and opportunities for career advancement.

What critics are saying

  • The volatile fintech market, as evidenced by the FinTech IPO Index fluctuations, could impact OppFi's stock performance and investor confidence.
  • Higher interest rates and inflation may dampen loan demand, affecting OppFi's revenue and growth prospects.

What makes OppFi unique

  • OppFi's mission-driven approach and collaboration with Zogo for financial literacy set it apart in the fintech space, focusing on social impact beyond just financial services.
  • The company's tech-enabled platform broadens the reach of community banks, providing credit access to underserved Americans, unlike traditional lenders.
  • OppFi's recent $150 million and $50 million credit facilities indicate strong financial backing and growth potential, distinguishing it from less capitalized competitors.

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Benefits

Generous vacation

Insurance benefits

401(k) matching

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Subsidies for childcare costs, free financial literacy tools, 6 paid weeks of parental leave

Collaborative and supportive company culture