Analyst I, Merchant Monitoring

The Analyst is responsible for the accurate analysis and classification of assigned websites, products, and / or merchants. They use open-source intelligence, proprietary tools, and industry best practices to identify potential areas of risk or non-compliance. By identifying potentially risky, illegal, or otherwise violative activities, the Analyst contributes directly to LegitScript’s mission of making the internet and payment ecosystems safer and more transparent. They work in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable balancing competing priorities and delivering their work within deadlines.

What You'll Do:

• Analyze, assess, and/or classify merchants by using open-source intelligence, proprietary tools, and industry best practices, and leveraging contextual data
• Understand and utilize the various tools and resources necessary to perform regular program tasks.
• Make quick, accurate analytical decisions based on information that is, at times, ambiguous
• Summarize analysis findings in clear, concise written reporting
• Submit reports, adhering to your program’s reporting standards, within strict deadlines
• Escalate questions to appropriate colleagues using sound judgment
• Assist on other projects and tasks when assigned to do so by Manager
• Assist in the maintenance of program documentation as directed by Sr. Analysts and Manager
• Engage in behaviors aligned with LegitScript’s core values: Be Awesome, Be Open, Be Thoughtful, Be Invested

What You'll Bring:

• Ability to work in a dynamic market with a continuous improvement mindset
• Comfortable accepting feedback for overall growth
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills
• Ability to use good judgment and make sound independent decisions
• Experience with large data sets (Excel and Google Sheets)
• Fantastic attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to use good judgment and make sound independent decisions
• Self-motivated, independent, resourceful, and curious
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Tech-savvy
• Well-developed ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write English

Qualifications

• Open to candidates with a 4-year college degree or a comparable blend of education and experience. We value practical skills, strong work ethic, and passion for learning, regardless of formal education
• Comfortable with potential exposure to offensive material
• Proficiency using MacOS
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Etc) and Microsoft Excel