Senior Director, Global Fraud Analytics at TransUnion in Chicago, IL

Senior Director, Global Fraud Analytics Location: Chicago, Illinois TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice Personal Information We Collect Your Privacy Choices Team Overview Global Fraud Solutions (GFS) at TransUnion is responsible for developing and delivering analytics driven products that help clients prevent, detect, and respond to fraud across the customer lifecycle. The Fraud Analytics pillar plays a critical role in shaping TransUnion’s global fraud vision by unlocking competitive advantage through data, AI, and advanced analytics. This role reports to the VP of Global Fraud Strategy and partners closely with regional fraud leaders, product, platform, data science, and engineering teams worldwide. This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week. Role Overview and Core Responsibilities Define and execute the global fraud analytics strategy, aligning product direction with GFS priorities, TransUnion business objectives, and customer needs across regions. Own the product strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle management for fraud analytics capabilities, including generic and custom AI/ML (Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning) models across the fraud portfolio. Lead and influence AI strategy for Global Fraud Solutions, balancing innovation, model performance, governance, scalability, and regulatory compliance. Partner with data science and engineering teams to translate analytics capabilities into production‑ready, scalable products. Drive the global expansion of fraud analytics by adapting and scaling models across geographies while navigating data availability, regulatory, and market constraints. Collaborate with regional fraud leaders, sales, customer success, and global market teams to ensure analytics solutions meet client needs and support revenue growth. Monitor and evaluate product performance, adoption, and ROI, using data‑driven insights to refine strategy and improve outcomes. Operate with a high degree of ownership and autonomy in a matrixed organization, with regular visibility and influence at senior and executive leadership levels. Represent TransUnion in client discussions and industry forums related to fraud analytics and AI thought leadership. Required Knowledge and Experiences 10+ years of experience in analytics, technical product management, or data science, with at least 5 years in leadership roles, to effectively guide complex, global analytics initiatives. Demonstrated success in product strategy and business ownership, including setting vision, defining roadmaps, and driving measurable outcomes. Strong technical acumen with the ability to “speak the language” of data science and engineering, enabling effective partnership without requiring hands‑on model development. Experience in fraud analytics, risk management, identity solutions, or adjacent domains within financial services, fintech, or data‑driven technology environments. Global or international experience working across regions and cultures in matrixed organizations, supporting cross‑functional alignment and execution. Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics) or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred. Required Technical Skills Working knowledge of AI/ML (Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning) models, analytics pipelines, and model governance concepts. Experience collaborating on analytics‑driven products built on cloud‑based data and analytics platforms. Strong analytical and data‑driven decision‑making skills to assess product performance, risk, and business impact. We’re also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we’re happy to support your career development and growth in: Direct experience with fraud typologies, identity verification, transaction monitoring, and emerging fraud trends. Experience scaling analytics products or models globally across multiple markets. Familiarity with regulatory and data privacy frameworks such as GDPR, CCPA, or FCRA and their impact on analytics products. Strong collaborative mindset, proactive leadership approach, and a high degree of ownership in complex stakeholder environments. Passion for AI and staying current with the evolving fraud and analytics technology landscape. #LI-TE1 Benefits that support every part of your life: At TransUnion, we design benefits to help you feel well, do well, and plan well—from day one. For Your Health: Enjoy day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose tax‑advantaged HSA and FSA accounts to make everyday care more affordable. For Your Protection: We’ve got your back with company‑paid basic life and AD&D, optional voluntary life and AD&D for you and your family, and short‑ and long‑term disability. You can also opt into a legal plan, pet insurance, and travel accident coverage. For Your Family: From adoption assistance and fertility planning coverage to caregiver support, we’re here for every chapter. Access Dependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentary Care@Work membership, and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return. For Your Future: Build toward what’s next with our 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tap financial wellness resources, career coaching, and optional long‑term care insurance to plan confidently. For You: Grow and recharge with tuition reimbursement, flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees, up to 12 paid holidays per year, commuter benefits, employee discounts, charitable gift matching, and paid volunteer time off, plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back. For Your Wellness: Access 24/7 support including professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well‑being programs alongside guided meditation and resources that support physical, mental, social, and financial wellness. We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, TransUnion takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in all levels of employment and develops annual affirmative action plans. Components of TransUnion’s Affirmative Action Program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are available for review to any associate or applicant for employment upon request by contacting ERCoE@transunion.com. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Adherence to Company policies, sound judgment and trustworthiness, working safely, communicating respectfully, and safeguarding business operations, confidential and proprietary information, and the Company’s reputation are also essential expectations of this position. Pay Scale Information: The U.S. base salary range for this position is $187,500.00 - $312,500 annually. *The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this job. At TransUnion, actual compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual’s education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations. Regular, fulltime non-sales positions may be eligible to participate in TransUnion’s annual bonus plan. Certain positions may be also eligible for long-term incentives and other payments based on applicable company guidance and plan documents. TransUnion Overview: At TransUnion, we encourage and are committed to creating a real, positive impact and shared sense of purpose within our Workforce for Good, which empowers our people to grow, innovate and contribute to a better future for our communities and customers. We strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver’s seat of their professional development— while having access to help along the way. We recognize that success comes when our associates thrive both professionally and personally; that’s why we prioritize work/life flexibility and offer resources for our teams across the globe to collaborate and drive excellence. Be a part of our Workforce for Good – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology. TransUnion's Internal Job Title: Sr Director, Product Management Company: TransUnion LLC Additional Locations: Louisville, Kentucky, New York, New York, GreenWood Village, Colorado, White Plains, New York, Reston, Virginia, Crum Lynne, Pennsylvania, Boca Raton, Florida