Marilia Soares
About Marilia Soares
Marilia Soares is an Antifraud Specialist at STARK BANK in São Paulo, Brazil, where she has worked since 2023. With a background in fraud analysis and prevention, she has held various roles in notable companies, including Ambev, N26, and Mercado Livre.
Work at STARK BANK
Marilia Soares has been serving as an Especialista Antifraude at STARK BANK since 2023. In this role, she focuses on fraud prevention and compliance, leveraging her extensive experience in the financial sector. Her tenure at STARK BANK has lasted for 10 months, during which she has contributed to the bank's antifraud strategies and initiatives.
Previous Experience in Fraud Prevention
Prior to her current position, Marilia Soares held several roles in fraud prevention. She worked at Ambev as an Analista de Fraude Senior for 3 months in 2021 and later as Supervisor de Fraude for 6 months. At N26, she served as Coordenadora de Fraude Estratégia for 1 year and as Analista de Fraude Estratégia for 4 months. Additionally, she worked at Mercado Livre as Fraud Prevention Sênior for 5 years, gaining significant expertise in the field.
Education and Expertise
Marilia Soares studied at Universidade Paulista, where she earned a Curso Superior de Tecnologia (CST) in Gestão em Processos Gerenciais from 2012 to 2014. Her educational background has equipped her with the necessary skills to navigate complex fraud prevention challenges and regulatory requirements in the financial industry.
Achievements in Fraud Management
Marilia has played a significant role in various initiatives aimed at enhancing fraud management processes. She was instrumental in ensuring compliance with Banco Central regulations through the construction of processes and application of rules. Additionally, she contributed to the development of tools for antifraud product experiences, focusing on improving user satisfaction and effectiveness.
Key Contributions to Regulatory Compliance
Throughout her career, Marilia Soares has demonstrated a proactive approach to regulatory adherence. She led the administration of the MED (mecanismo especial de devolução) process to address fraud and operational failures. Furthermore, she spearheaded the creation and implementation of chargeback processes for issuers and acquirers, enhancing efficiency in financial dispute management.