MidFull TimeEN
Summary
• Working within the MAG Group Risk Team
• Based at Manchester Airport
• Permanent, Full Time Role
• Office / Hybrid Role
About MAG
At MAG we provide the airport facilities and travel services that people need to connect with the world. As the largest UK owned airport operator, we serve over 60 million passengers a year from Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands Airports. With over 270 destinations across the globe, our businesses not only bring people together but also support the prosperity of the regions in which we operate.
Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities. Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities.
At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. You will also have access to some great benefits including:
• Bonus scheme
• 10% company contribution pension
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Free parking
• Subsidised public transport
• Huge range of company discounts
• 2 volunteering days per year
• Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Care Concierge service
About The Role
Working as part of an internal and MAG-wide risk-focussed team, the Group Fraud Risk Manager is a newly created role reporting to the Group Head of Risk, responsible for the ownership, development, implementation and continuous improvement of MAG’s Fraud Management Framework and associated processes.
The role holder will drive best practices in fraud risk reporting, horizon scanning, escalation protocols, and intelligence sharing across MAG’s complex operational environment.
The role plays an integral part in advancing MAG’s fraud risk maturity, supporting the business to grow and achieve its strategic objectives while maintaining integrity, transparency, and compliance with evolving legislation.
Senior stakeholder management and engagement is key to the position as the role holder will work closely with senior leaders, ExCo members and colleagues throughout MAG to ensure that the business has a clear and current view of its fraud risk landscape, and that robust controls are in place to prevent, detect, and respond to fraudulent activity.
Key responsibilities of the role include (but are not limited to):
• Evaluate the effectiveness of fraud prevention and detection measures.
• Support business units in documenting fraud risk processes in line with MAG’s Fraud Framework and challenge the adequacy of mitigation strategies where necessary.
• Collaborate with MAG’s Internal Audit team to support the development of the annual audit plan with focus on fraud risk.
• Ensure a strong feedback loop between audit findings and fraud risk assessments, enabling timely remediation and control enhancement.
• Ensure MAG’s fraud risk management practices meet all legal, regulatory, and compliance obligations, safeguarding the business from operational, reputational, and financial harm.
• Act as a 2nd Line Business Partner to advise and constructively challenge fraud risk mitigation and control strategies, providing commercially aware advice that is also aligned with regulatory expectations.
• Deliver periodic risk management training sessions and workshops as appropriate.
What Will Make You Successful
The successful candidate will be a recognised subject matter expert in Fraud Risk and Regulation, holding a relevant fraud qualification such as Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), ICA certificate in Financial Crime Prevention, Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS), Certificate in Fraud Risk Management (CIPFA).
They will have significant demonstrable experience in risk-related roles with sound technical knowledge of fraud risk management and regulation. We are looking for someone with a proven track record of designing, delivering and embedding strategic Fraud Risk Frameworks in complex organisations, with experience assessing risks across employees, agents, subsidiaries, contractors and other third parties.
They will be an effective communicator who can build credibility quickly, operate as a trusted advisor, and present confidently to Leadership Teams, Boards or Audit Committees. Strong investigative skills, experience producing high‑quality reports, and familiarity with international standards such as ISO or COSO will support success in the role. The successful candidate will also bring practical experience with risk systems, data analytics, and innovative ways of working, alongside excellent planning, writing and organisational skills.
This role requires someone who can influence, drive change and implement non-negotiable processes alongside managing and navigating business complexity with professionalism and balance. They will be self‑motivated, committed to continuous improvement, and able to work both independently and as part of a high‑performing, supportive team.
Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments
We’re building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We’re on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.
Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best.
At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.
