Ecobank Nigeria is Hiring a Team Lead for General Fraud Investigation – Victoria Island, Lagos
Are you an experienced fraud investigator with strong leadership skills and a passion for protecting financial institutions? Ecobank Nigeria has an exciting opening for a Team Lead in its General Fraud Investigation unit, and this could be your next big career move.
Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) is a public limited liability company established in 1985 as a bank holding company under a private sector initiative spearheaded by the Federation of West African Chambers of Commerce and Industry, with the support of ECOWAS. Today, it remains one of the most influential financial institutions across West Africa.
Job Title: Team Lead, General Fraud Investigation
Job ID: 1316
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Application Deadline: April 24, 2026
About the Role
This Ecobank Nigeria fraud investigation job places you at the heart of the bank’s effort to detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activities. As Team Lead, you will coordinate the General Fraud Investigation unit, provide direction to your direct reports, and ensure that high-quality investigation reports are produced to support management decisions.
You will also be responsible for following up on recoveries, liaising with regulatory and law enforcement agencies, and defending the bank’s interest in court and mediation sessions.
Key Responsibilities
As the Team Lead, you will oversee investigations conducted with minimal cost to the bank while ensuring judicious use of resources. You will lead and mentor Investigation Officers, fostering a work environment that supports teamwork and operational excellence while reflecting Ecobank’s RACE-IT core values.
On the operational side, you will prepare detailed investigation reports, communicate approved recommendations to HR and relevant departments, and respond promptly to fraud alerts from branches, the Contact Centre, and external bodies. You will also maintain the bank’s NIBSS portal, upload reported fraud cases, and produce monthly summary reports for management review.
In terms of strategy, you will identify system vulnerabilities and propose continuous process improvements to prevent financial losses. You will also conduct bank-wide training through the preparation of learning points drawn from investigated cases.
Requirements
Minimum of Second Class Lower in a First Degree or its equivalent. A professional qualification is an added advantage. Candidates must have relevant fraud investigation experience along with skills in verbal and written communication, people management, banking operations, data analysis, negotiation, and interviewing. Unquestionable integrity is non-negotiable.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should visit the Ecobank Nigeria official careers portal to apply online before April 24, 2026.
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