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Threat and Analytics Lead

GoCardless
Location
Lisbon, Portugal
Posted
25 days ago
Department
Operations
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Strong analytical capability with large datasets using SQL, Python, and BI tools
  • Experience applying statistical and analytical techniques to identify patterns and assess risk
  • Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders
  • Comfortable working across multiple stakeholders and influencing without direct ownership
  • Ownership of problems, bringing structure to ambiguity, and driving work to completion
  • Comfortable working toward high-level organisational KPIs and independently developing and validating hypotheses
Nice to have
  • Experience analysing fraud or financial crime data in payments, fintech or financial services industries
  • Experience working closely with Product, Engineering or Data Science teams
  • Experience building or scaling analytical functions
What the job really is

The Threat and Analytics Lead at GoCardless is responsible for enhancing the company's understanding of fraud and financial crime risk through data analysis. This role involves working with large datasets to identify patterns and trends, collaborating with various teams to inform strategies, and driving improvements in fraud detection and prevention. The position demands strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders.

Benefits
  • Wellbeing support and medical cover
  • Work away scheme for up to 90 days
  • Adaptive Working for flexible schedules
  • Parental leave
  • Annual learning budget
  • Generous holiday allowance, plus 3 volunteer days and 4 wellness days
Things to weigh
  • Base salary range provided but may vary based on experience and performance assessment
  • Role involves high complexity and autonomy, which may require strong self-management skills
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