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Fraud Analyst roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which lets U.S. employers permanently sponsor foreign professionals in financial crimes, compliance, and risk investigation. Landing sponsorship means demonstrating that your analytical credentials meet the specialty occupation standard and that no equally qualified U.S. worker is available.
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INTRODUCTION
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries. As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.
The Conduct, Controls & Governance team within Wealth Management Client Segment Risk is responsible for the oversight of scams and exploitation risk and internal fraud.
Regarding scams, the team creates processes and controls to detect and prevent clients who distribute funds outside the firm at the behest of third parties in furtherance of scams.
Regarding exploitation, the team supports the business in addressing the risks associated with vulnerable clients with a focus on senior clients, including reporting to various governmental authorities.
Regarding internal fraud, the team in coordination with multiple key first and second line stakeholders performs analysis of internal fraud incidents to identify areas for possible control and process enhancements, among other functions.
WM Client Segment Risk’s Conduct, Controls and Governance team is hiring a VP to lead its Scams and Exploitation Risk Team (SERT) and Internal Fraud.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy: Roadmap & Program Direction
- Define and execute the strategic roadmap for the SERT and Internal Fraud programs.
- Evaluate emerging risks, regulatory developments, industry practices and technology solutions to inform program direction.
- Prioritize initiatives that improve client outcomes, reduce inefficiencies and strengthen the control environment.
Technology: Tools, Automation & Delivery
- Own the technology book of work supporting SERT.
- Partner with Technology, Data (Machine Learning), AI, and Operations teams to further enhance our capability of detecting and preventing risks related to SERT and Internal Fraud.
- Drive adoption of automation, analytics, artificial intelligence, and workflow tools.
Governance & Process: Thresholds, Escalation, Oversight & Quality Assurance
- Design and enhance governance frameworks supporting SERT and Internal Fraud activities.
- Establish where necessary risk tolerance thresholds and escalation protocols.
- Use data analytics and trend reporting to identify themes and resource prioritization opportunities.
- Strengthen engagement with first-line partners, second-line partners, and senior stakeholders.
- Identify control gaps and oversee remediation efforts.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of experience in risk management, fraud, financial crimes, compliance, investigations, operational risk, controls, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience leading risk mitigation strategic initiatives.
- Strong understanding of control design.
- Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across multiple functions and levels of seniority.
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to executive leadership.
- Experience working with data analytics, workflow automation, AI, or technology-enabled risk solutions preferred.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
LOCATION
New York:
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $115,000 and $190,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.
Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.
For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Fraud Analyst
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
PERM requires your Fraud Analyst role to qualify as a specialty occupation needing a specific bachelor's degree field. Pull the O*NET profile for fraud examiners and financial investigators to document the degree-to-role connection before you start applying.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Banks, fintech firms, insurance carriers, and payment processors file PERM most frequently for fraud roles. Search OFLC disclosure data to confirm an employer has sponsored similar positions before negotiating an offer.
Search green card sponsorship jobs on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Fraud Analyst openings by employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which companies will actually start the PERM process after you're hired.
Negotiate the PERM timeline before accepting an offer
Ask the employer whether they'll initiate the PERM prevailing-wage determination within your first year. DOL's OFLC Wage Search sets the required wage level, and delays in that step push your entire green card timeline back by months.
Document your fraud investigation experience precisely
USCIS scrutinizes I-140 petitions for fraud roles by checking whether your actual duties match the PERM job description. Keep records of specific cases handled, tools used, and losses prevented to support your petition if an RFE arrives.
Understand EB-2 versus EB-3 category placement early
Roles requiring only a four-year degree typically land in EB-3, while positions demanding an advanced degree in finance, criminology, or a related field may qualify for EB-2. Your category determines your priority date and wait time, so confirm it with the hiring employer before your PERM is filed.
Green Card Fraud Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Fraud Analyst role qualify for employer-sponsored green card sponsorship?
Yes. Fraud Analyst positions routinely qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, provided the role requires a specific bachelor's degree in a field like finance, accounting, criminal justice, or information systems. Employers in banking, insurance, and fintech most frequently sponsor these roles because the position meets USCIS's specialty occupation definition and requires specialized analytical skills not easily sourced domestically.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Fraud Analysts?
H-1B visa gives you temporary work authorization in three-year increments and is subject to an annual lottery cap. PERM green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no cap concerns at the EB-3 level for most countries outside India and China. The trade-off is time: PERM, followed by I-140 approval and adjustment of status, typically takes two to four years for most nationalities, compared to H-1B's faster initial authorization.
What education and experience do I need for an employer to sponsor my green card as a Fraud Analyst?
Most PERM-sponsored Fraud Analyst roles require at minimum a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related quantitative field. Some EB-2 positions require a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five or more years of progressive experience in fraud investigation, AML compliance, or financial crimes analysis. USCIS evaluates the actual job duties against your credentials, so gaps between your degree field and the role's requirements can trigger a request for additional evidence.
How do I find Fraud Analyst jobs where employers will actually sponsor a green card?
Not every employer that hires Fraud Analysts has experience with PERM sponsorship. Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Fraud Analyst openings at employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history, which filters out positions where sponsorship is listed as a possibility but the employer has never filed PERM before. This saves you from accepting an offer only to discover the company lacks the legal infrastructure or willingness to sponsor.
Can I switch Fraud Analyst jobs after my green card sponsorship is filed?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, you have some portability under AC21 rules, which allow you to change to a same or similar occupation without restarting the process. Fraud Analyst roles and adjacent positions in financial investigation, AML compliance, or risk operations are often considered sufficiently similar. Changing employers before I-140 approval generally requires restarting PERM from the beginning with the new employer.