Temporary Complaints and Fraud Analyst (Several Openings; Three-Month Commitment)

Remote

$30 – $35/Hour

As the temporary Complaints and Fraud Analyst supporting complaint resolution and fraud investigations at this financial institution, you will play a meaningful role in protecting the firm and the customers it serves. This is a detail-intensive, analytical role for an experienced investigator who thrives on uncovering patterns, connecting the dots, and bringing complex cases to resolution with integrity and precision. Whether you are drafting a legal response or digging into a suspected fraudulent scheme, you will bring a methodical, solutions-first approach to every matter that crosses your desk.

Key Responsibilities:

Investigate and resolve complaints and disputes with accuracy and timeliness.

Conduct thorough investigations into complex fraud cases, utilizing a range of investigative tools and techniques including data analysis, loan material review, accounting, and research.
Work through the details of each matter methodically, drawing on diverse investigative sources to establish what happened, who was involved, and what the appropriate next steps should be.
Draft clear, professional legal responses and recommendations for the team.
Dig into data with a discerning eye, spotting irregularities and emerging patterns that signal potential fraud and building a well-documented evidentiary trail to support conclusions.
Support training efforts and assist teams regarding fraud and complaint investigation functions.
Contribute to special projects and adapt to evolving priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Leadership that invests in its employees.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
A fast-growing, remote environment with lots of opportunity to learn from best in class!

This is a temporary, remote assignment seeking a minimum three-month commitment.

What We’re Looking For:

Experienced investigator. You bring at least three years of complaint handling and fraud investigation experience, gained in a corporate or financial services context is a plus, and you understand the regulatory environment well enough to apply it confidently to the cases in front of you. Experience with handling BBB complaints, customer complaints and other reviews is highly preferred.
Familiarity with lending regulations. These include UDAAP, FCRA and FDCPA.
Analytically sharp. You have a trained eye for patterns and outliers, and you are comfortable working with data analysis tools.
Skilled communicator. You present complex findings to both technical and non-technical audiences with clarity, confidence, and professionalism, both verbally and in writing.
Tech proficient. You work confidently across Microsoft Office and are experienced with investigative platforms and data tools relevant to fraud detection and case management.
Discreet and principled. You operate with the highest ethical standards, handle sensitive case information with care, and maintain confidentiality throughout every stage of an investigation.
Adaptable. You manage your workload independently, pivot when priorities shift, and bring a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset to every challenge.

The salary listed reflects the anticipated compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, location, business considerations, and internal equity. Final offer amounts are determined at the employer’s discretion.

To apply, please send a resume to apply@hawthornelane.com.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.