Risk Analyst

Teamified

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About The Position

The Risk Analyst plays a key role in the ongoing analysis of transactional and operational data to identify anomalies, emerging patterns and potential indicators of fraud, non-compliance and operational risk. The role contributes to the early detection of issues, enhances visibility of risk-related activity and supports the strengthening of preventative controls across the business. With a focus on daily and periodic data review, the development of analytical tools and reporting, and the extraction of insights to assess incidents and trends, the role supports informed decision making within the business. Working closely with the Risk Manager, the role provides accurate data-driven insights, maintains monitoring frameworks and contributes to investigations, control reviews and broader risk initiatives.

Requirements

• Strong time management, analytical and organisational skills
• Advanced Excel capability (pivot tables, lookups, data manipulation)
• Strong communication skills – able to simplify complex information
• Methodical, forensic approach to data analysis
• Comfortable working with large, complex data sets
• Strong problem-solving capability
• Commercial awareness and understanding of operational risk
• Uphold Company Values
• Demonstrate professional scepticism and curiosity
• Results-driven with a sense of urgency
• Take initiative and ownership
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Adaptable and responsible
• Enthusiastic, can-do attitude
• Relevant tertiary qualifications (finance, accounting, data analytics, computer science, law, or risk management)
• Experience in operations, forensic accounting, risk analytics, compliance, or internal audit (ideally in retail)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with POS or ERP systems is highly regarded (e.g. Netsuite, Shopify)

Responsibilities

• Transaction Monitoring & Anomaly Detection Monitor daily transactions for unusual or suspicious patterns such as refund abuse, discount abuse, duplicate sales, and other red flags or irregularities.
• Assist in identifying emerging risk trends across stores, regions or individuals.
• Maintain tracking of flagged activity and support appropriate escalation pathways.
• Contribute to strengthening preventative controls based on observed risk patterns.
• Data Analysis & Reporting Extract, clean and analyse transaction and operational data to identify trends, control gaps and risk exposure.
• Translate data findings into clear, commercially relevant insights for the Risk Manager and key stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing regular risk dashboards and reporting packs.
• Support the ongoing development of reporting frameworks and risk metrics.
• Fraud & Incident Investigation Support Support investigations by extracting, analysing and interpreting relevant data.
• Assist in identifying root causes and system weaknesses contributing to incidents.
• Contribute to quantifying financial exposure and documenting findings.
• Support control reviews and help assess the effectiveness of existing risk mitigation measures.
• Risk Governance & Continuous Improvement Assist in maintaining risk registers, incident logs and documentation.
• Contribute to the enhancement of policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance and the wider team to improve data integrity and risk visibility.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting quality and preventative controls.
• Support communication of risk trends and insights to relevant stakeholders.
• OH&S Ensure your work environment supports good occupational health and safety practices.
• Comply with OH&S policies, procedures and instructions.
• Take care of your own health and safety and that of others.
• Report any potential OH&S hazards to your immediate Manager.
• Other Take on additional projects within your skill set, experience and capability.
• Support and comply with all Company Policies.

Benefits

• Flexibility in work hours and location, with a focus on managing energy rather than time.
• Access to online learning platforms and a budget for professional development
• A collaborative, no-silos environment, encouraging learning and growth across teams
• A dynamic social culture with team lunches, social events, and opportunities for creative input
• Health insurance
• Leave Benefits
• 13th Month Salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level