Consultant, Performance Analytics - Fraud & Pay...
@ Mastercard

St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia
A$120,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 5 days ago

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Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in over 200 countries. The company supports a range of digital payment options ensuring transactions are secure, simple, and smart.

Title And Summary

The role of Consultant, Performance Analytics - Fraud & Payments Senior Analyst involves advising clients on fraud prevention and payment strategies. This role is part of the Advisors & Consulting Services team at Mastercard.

Roles and Responsibilities

Client Impact:

  • Provide creative input across various industries and problem statements.
  • Develop analytics strategies to unlock client value using data and technology.
  • Collaborate with Mastercard teams to understand client agendas and risks.
  • Support data-driven insights on fraud prevention and case management.
  • Advise on authentication strategies balancing fraud risk and customer experience.

Team Collaboration & Culture:

  • Work with senior consultants to prepare presentations and recommendations.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to translate fraud challenges into actionable insights.
  • Identify trends and anomalies to support key findings.
  • Lead meetings and contribute to project management.
  • Build skills in narrative-building and storytelling for non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • 3-5+ years experience in fraud strategy/analytics, risk management, or payment systems.
  • Experience with coding software (Python, R, SQL, SAS) to derive insights.
  • Undergraduate degree in STEM, data analytics or similar field.
  • Proven ability to manage clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Strong proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Fluency in English and eligibility to work in Australia long-term.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
  • Familiarity with Hadoop framework and coding using Impala, Hive, or PySpark.
  • Knowledge of emerging fraud threats and chargebacks/disputes management.
  • Understanding of digital wallet, payment authentication, and e-commerce practices.
  • Awareness of risks in emerging payment methods including BNPL and crypto.

Corporate Security Responsibility

Adhere to Mastercard’s security policies, ensure confidentiality and integrity of information, and report any breaches while completing mandatory security training.

Key skills/competency

  • Fraud Analytics
  • Risk Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Client Relationship
  • Strategic Consulting
  • Python
  • SQL
  • Visualization
  • Presentation
  • Cybersecurity
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How to Get Hired at Mastercard

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Align skills with fraud analytics requirements.
  • Highlight technical skills: Emphasize Python, SQL, and data tools.
  • Research Mastercard: Understand their culture and digital payment innovations.
  • Prepare for client-focused interviews: Showcase strategic and consultative experience.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Python, SQL, and SAS essentials.
Practice database management and data visualization.
Study fraud prevention analytics and risk strategies.
Engage in case studies on payment ecosystems.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you solved client challenges.
Explain how you manage multiple tasks effectively.
Discuss a successful team collaboration experience.
Share an instance of troubleshooting a technical issue.

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