Abukar Ahmed
About Abukar Ahmed
Abukar Ahmed is a Complex Case Investigator specializing in Financial Crime Strategy and Prevention at Starling Bank, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in fraud analysis, having held various roles in financial institutions across Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Work at Starling Bank
Abukar Ahmed currently serves as a Complex Case Investigator in the Financial Crime Strategy & Prevention team at Starling Bank, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on fraud and anti-money laundering (AML) investigations, particularly those involving large financial crime rings or organized crime groups. Prior to this, he worked as a Fraud Analyst at Starling Bank from 2019 to 2021, where he developed skills in managing complex investigations and collaborating with various stakeholders.
Previous Experience in Financial Crime Investigation
Before joining Starling Bank, Abukar Ahmed worked at National Australia Bank in several roles related to fraud analysis. He served as a Card Fraud Analyst and a Senior Merchant Fraud Analyst from 2018 to 2019, and as a Card Fraud Reconciliations (Recoveries) specialist for 7 months in 2017. His experience also includes a position as a Cards Advisor at RBC in Toronto, Canada, from 2016 to 2017, where he gained insights into customer service and fraud prevention.
Education and Expertise
Abukar Ahmed studied Communication and Media Studies at La Trobe University from 2008 to 2012. His educational background complements his professional experience in financial crime investigation. He provides expertise in fraud and AML investigations and actively participates in identifying financial crime trends through data analysis, sharing insights with his team to enhance prevention strategies.
Skills in Financial Crime Prevention
In his current role, Abukar Ahmed manages multiple complex investigations simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to ensure thorough analysis and resolution. He communicates directly with customers during investigations to gather necessary information and make fair decisions. Additionally, he liaises with other banks and relevant authorities, utilizing channels such as CIFAS to combat financial crime.