2 locations: United Kingdom, Remote UKPosted 3 days agoRemote (UK)£66,000 – £76,000
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At Affirm, we exist for the moments that matter—giving people a clear,
predictable way to pay over time, with no hidden fees, no surprises, and no
tradeoffs on what matters most.
As a Merchant Risk Analyst, you will assess financial risk related to credit,
fraud and identity associated with the merchants. You will also coordinate with
cross-functional partners to assess non-financial risk – brand, reputational,
legal and compliance risk.
The
ideal candidate will have knowledge or experience in e-commerce underwriting
and/or commercial lending. They will also have a solid understanding of
evaluating merchant financial risk based on 3rd party data, credit reports, and
other merchant attributes. Prior work experience in payments, lending, banking
or financial institutions is a plus!
What you’ll do
• Assess brand, compliance, fraud and financial risk and determine credit
exposure risk on new and existing merchants
• Use business credit reports, financial documents, investigative research
tools, and financial market data to conduct risk assessment of Affirm’s
merchants
• Investigate and use new sources of third party data to assess merchant
financial risk
• Conduct ongoing monitoring of credit, fraud, and dispute/chargeback trends by
merchants
• Business Improvement In Execution: Leverage your knowledge to provide
guidance towards the automation/improvements of merchant risk evaluation
What we look for
* 3+ years of experience in assessing merchant risk in a function such as
Merchant/Seller Risk Management, Fraud, Collections, or Merchant Underwriting
• Experience working with cross functional partners across the organization,
especially Sales and Business Development teams
• Experience reviewing financial documents, business credit reports and payment
processor statements
• Ownership mentality: Demonstrate an appropriate sense of accountability,
ownership, urgency and execution
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Base Pay Grade
• G
Equity Grade - 3
Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm
focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a
variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills.
Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity
rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits
(including 100% subsidised medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your
dependents.)
Base pay range per year: £66,000 - £76,000
Location: UK Remote
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Remote-first with flexibility built in
Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company. Most roles can be done from almost
anywhere within the country of employment. Some positions may occasionally
require in-person work at an Affirm office, and a few are office-based due to
the nature of the work. All new hires will be invited to attend an in-person
onboarding experience.
Benefits designed for you
Our benefits reflect our commitment to care, transparency, and flexibility. Here
are a few highlights:
• Health coverage at no cost: We cover 100% of premiums for employees and their
dependents.
• Spending stipends: Monthly stipends support your tech setup, and the ability
to choose health and wellness options that are right for you.
• Time off to recharge: Flexible time off and generous holiday calendars help
you rest when you need to.
• Own a piece of what you build: Our employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) lets
you buy Affirm stock at a discount.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive interview process, including
accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you need support, we’re
happy to help.
For positions based in San Francisco or Los Angeles: Affirm considers qualified
applicants with arrest and conviction records, as required by law.
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