Fraud, Associate

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Valletta, Reġjun tal-Port, MLT
In-Office
Junior
Fintech • Financial Services
The Role
Monitor and investigate fraudulent transactions, develop fraud detection strategies, collaborate with external partners, and enhance reporting tools to prevent fraud and chargebacks.
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Overview

Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world. As the leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 powers billions of transactions annually for hundreds of thousands of businesses in virtually every industry. For more information, visit www.shift4.com.

Responsibilities:

  •  Monitor and investigate suspicious transactions, merchants, and third-party activity daily.
  • Dive deep into fraud patterns across our portfolio using BI tools – spot trends, think critically, and act fast.
  • Partner with teams across the company and with external stakeholders to develop and implement top-tier fraud detection strategies.
  • Build and enhance reports, tools, and processes to prevent fraud and chargebacks – your insights will directly influence our security.
  • Communicate with merchants and partners to assess fraud risks and agree on next steps. You'll be a trusted go-to for SMB clients when it comes to compliance and fraud-related queries.
  • Collaborate with card schemes like Visa and Mastercard on program breaches, appeals, investigations, and reporting.
  • Stay on top of chargeback and fraud programs, ensuring compliance and proactive management of scheme requirements.
  • Work hand-in-hand with the Risk team to identify and monitor high-risk merchants.
  • Help shape the tools and workflows we use every day by challenging outdated processes and suggesting smarter, faster ways to work.
  • Other ad hoc tasks can be assigned by the manager as needed.

Requirements:

  • 2+ years of experience with BI tools such as Oracle BI, SAP, Qlik, Tableau, or SQL, or advanced Excel skills are a must.
  • A degree in Banking & Finance, Statistics, Data Analytics, Economics, or similar, or hands-on experience in fraud/investigative roles within Payments or Banking.
  • Card transactions, Acquiring background, highly advantageous.
  • Big plus if you have direct experience supporting small-to-medium business (SMB) clients.
  • Clear, confident communication in English (both spoken and written).
  • Strong analytical mindset with great investigative instincts – you don’t stop until you get to the "why".
  • Able to manage multiple priorities with focus and independence – you’re organized and driven. Able to work under minimal supervision / high degree of independence allocated, and have strong independent decision-making capabilities
  • Energetic, innovative, and adaptable – you bring a spark to the team and enjoy being both fun and professional.
  • You’re approachable, easy to collaborate with, but not afraid to push back when there’s a better way to do something.
  • You thrive in an environment where ownership, creativity, and momentum are encouraged.
  • Enjoying working in a fast-paced and multi-cultural environment.
  • Innovative and flexible person full of energy. Easy to work with, but challenging, and always looking for improvement. A proactive mindset with a touch of “va va voom”—you know how to make things happen and bring positive energy to the team.
  • Candidate must be located in Malta, the United Kingdom, or Lithuania.

Benefits of working for Shift4: 

Join Shift4 and enjoy a work environment that prioritizes flexibility and well-being. We embrace a hybrid working model, offering our team the flexibility to balance time between remote work and our modern, welcoming offices located in the heart of Valletta, Malta's historic capital.

Our standard remuneration package is comprehensive, including private health, dental, and life insurance, as well as parking allowance, preferential home rates, and a company pension plan (with APS). We are committed to supporting our employees' well-being through our Mental Health Program, family-friendly measures, an equipped canteen with free breakfast, and exciting company events.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.


Skills Required

  • 2+ years of experience with BI tools or advanced Excel skills
  • Degree in Banking & Finance, Statistics, Data Analytics, Economics, or similar, or hands-on experience in fraud/investigative roles
  • Card transactions, Acquiring background, highly advantageous
  • Direct experience supporting small-to-medium business (SMB) clients
  • Clear, confident communication in English (both spoken and written)
  • Strong analytical mindset with great investigative instincts
  • Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently with strong decision-making capabilities
  • Energetic, innovative, and adaptable personality

Shift4 Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Shift4 and has not been reviewed or approved by Shift4.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and the company covering the majority of U.S. premiums. Health insurance is also characterized as solid or comprehensive in parts of the material, supporting baseline benefits strength.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support includes a 401(k) with a company match up to 4% of salary in the U.S., reflecting a clear, structured contribution benefit. Pension programs are also described for some European locations, indicating additional retirement coverage in certain regions.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time away benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, and dedicated paid volunteer time annually. Parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents is also included, expanding overall leave breadth.

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The Company
HQ: Pennsylvania, NY
835 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world. As the leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 powers billions of transactions annually for hundreds of thousands of businesses in virtually every industry.

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