Fraud & Scams Specialist | Senior Associate | Forensics and Financial Crime Advisory

Line of Service Assurance Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Assurance Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary When fraud and scams impacts someone's life, it's not just about numbers in a system; it's about trust, security, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing you're protected. As a Senior Associate specialising in Fraud and Scams in Advisory, you'll play a vital role in designing and optimising fraud & scam risk management strategies that help safeguard customers and society from sophisticated scams and financial crime. You'll be working with clients across banking, superannuation, and insurance to strengthen their defences against emerging threats. At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like finance, technology, energy, and health, giving you the chance to make a real impact. Here, your growth is our priority. You'll work with leading teams, explore new methodologies, and unlock your full potential. Join a global community of more than 370,000 people who value bold ideas, collaboration, and lasting change. Together, we're building trust and shaping the future. What you'll do: Support the delivery of engagements relating to fraud and scams risk, regulation, and compliance through advisory services such as detailed review and expert recommendations. You may also support financial crime risk efforts spanning regulation, compliance, or legal considerations Support our clients for the preparation and implementation of measures, controls and frameworks for the scam prevention framework Prepare findings, points of view, and recommendations in a succinct and clear written manner, including in reports, presentations, and thought leadership materials Develop and advise on strategies and frameworks to enhance the detection and prevention of fraud, scams, and financial crime risk Collaborate with our technology partners to understand their solutions and practically apply these learnings to our clients' strategies Engage in business development activities including crafting thought leadership, proposals, and presentations for prospective and current clients Coach and mentor other staff while fostering an inclusive and positive working environment across our national team What we're looking for: Fraud & Scams Knowledge: Strong understanding of common fraud and scam typologies and techniques, supported by 2–3+ years' domain experience in advisory, consulting or risk and compliance Experience in developing or contributing to the development of fraud and scams risk management strategies and frameworks Experience conducting and developing fraud and scam design reviews, risk assessments and fraud risk registers Report writing: Strong ability to create clear, concise, insight-led reports and PowerPoint presentations that articulate impactful messages for senior stakeholders Risk Management: Knowledge of risk management principles and frameworks Compliance: Understanding of relevant regulations including the proposed Scams Prevention Framework (SPF) and AML/CTF Act and Reforms Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, which will support you in developing reports and client ready materials. Experience with PowerPoint, preparing visual materials and report writing are particularly valuable Problem Solving: Ability to identify and solve complex problems Client Advisory: Experience providing strategic advice to clients is required Financial Services (preferred): Experience working across the financial services industry, with line 2 compliance experience highly regarded What you'll gain: A supportive, inclusive culture where your ideas and perspective are welcomed from day one. Access to tailored learning programs designed to develop your skills and unlock your potential. Four weeks of annual leave plus floating public holidays & birthday leave, giving you the space to rest and recharge. Health and lifestyle perks, including wellness benefits and discounted memberships to support your wellbeing from the start. Free barista-made morning coffee and tea. We know that perks are as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here. Ready to grow here and go further? Join PwC Australia as a Senior Associate in Fraud and Scams and make an impact that goes beyond the expected. Apply now and take your next step with a team shaping the future. We're committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristic. We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments you require during our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations you anticipate needing to help you perform your role. No agencies please: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs in response to this advertisement. We are only accepting applications direct from individuals. Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Creativity, Credit Risk Assessment, Credit Risk Management, Credit Risk Mitigation, Credit Risk Model Development, Credit Risk Modeling, Credit Risk Monitoring, Data Analysis, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Audit, Financial Budgeting, Financial Data Mining, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Market, Financial Modeling, Financial Planning, Financial Research {+ 12 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Up to 20% Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Yes Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date April 1, 2025 Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We'll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.