Tala

About Tala

Empowering credit access in emerging markets

🏢 Tech👥 501-1000 employees📅 Founded 2011📍 Santa Monica, CA💰 $350.7m3.4
B2CFinancial ServicesSaaSMobile

Key Highlights

  • Over 2 million borrowers in India and Kenya
  • More than $1 billion lent to consumers
  • Headquartered in Santa Monica, CA
  • $350.7 million raised in Series D funding

Tala is transforming access to credit in emerging markets by leveraging behavioral data through its Android app. With over 2 million borrowers in countries like India and Kenya, Tala has disbursed more than $1 billion in loans. Headquartered in Santa Monica, CA, Tala has raised $350.7 million in Ser...

🎁 Benefits

Tala offers work-from-home opportunities, comprehensive health insurance, and unique perks like free massages in the office and sponsorship for profes...

🌟 Culture

Tala's culture is centered around addressing the credit gap for billions globally, utilizing innovative machine learning models to assess loan eligibi...

Overview

Tala is hiring a Senior Fraud Analyst to leverage advanced technology and human creativity in combating fraud. You'll analyze data and provide insights that influence product development. This role requires strong analytical skills and experience in fraud detection.

Job Description

Who you are

You have a strong background in fraud analysis, with at least 5 years of experience in the financial services industry — you've developed a keen eye for identifying patterns and anomalies that indicate fraudulent activity. Your analytical skills are complemented by your ability to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders, ensuring that insights lead to actionable strategies.

You are proficient in using data analysis tools and methodologies, allowing you to move beyond ad-hoc reporting to deliver hypothesis-driven analyses. Your experience includes working with cross-functional teams to implement fraud prevention measures and improve existing processes. You understand the importance of data integrity and are committed to maintaining high standards in your work.

What you'll do

In this role, you will analyze transaction data to identify potential fraud patterns and trends, providing insights that directly influence product development and risk management strategies. You will collaborate with engineering and product teams to design and implement fraud detection systems that are both effective and efficient. Your work will involve conducting experiments and readouts to validate hypotheses and improve fraud prevention measures.

You will also play a pivotal role in shifting the company from reactive reporting to proactive, insight-led decision-making. This includes developing dashboards and reports that highlight key metrics and trends in fraud activity. You will be responsible for presenting your findings to senior management and recommending strategies to mitigate risks.

What we offer

Tala offers a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team that is passionate about making a difference in the financial services industry. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to unleash the economic power of the global majority.

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