Ashley Oliver
About Ashley Oliver
Ashley Oliver is a Senior Credit Fraud Investigation Specialist with extensive experience in fraud prevention and mortgage underwriting. She has worked at various financial institutions, including Starling Bank and Principality Building Society, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Criminology and Sociology.
Current Role at Starling Bank
Ashley Oliver currently serves as a Senior Credit Fraud Investigation Specialist at Starling Bank. She has held this position since 2021, where she utilizes her expertise in fraud prevention and financial crime to protect the bank's interests and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Her role involves analyzing fraudulent activities and implementing strategies to mitigate risks associated with credit fraud.
Previous Experience in Fraud Investigation
Prior to her current role, Ashley worked at Starling Bank as a Fraud Investigator from 2020 to 2021. In this position, she focused on identifying and investigating fraudulent transactions, contributing to the bank's efforts in maintaining security and trust. Additionally, she served as a Fraud Prevention Officer at V12 Retail Finance Limited from 2019 to 2020, where she further developed her skills in fraud detection and prevention.
Background in Mortgage Underwriting
Ashley has significant experience in mortgage underwriting, having worked at Principality Building Society in various roles from 2015 to 2019. She served as a Mortgage Associate and Further Lending Underwriter, where she assessed mortgage applications and ensured compliance with lending criteria. This background in specialist mortgage lending enhances her capabilities in fraud prevention within the financial sector.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Ashley Oliver studied Criminology and Sociology at Cardiff University, where she achieved a BA Joint Hons degree from 2010 to 2013. She also attended the University of Miami for a year in 2012, focusing on the same fields. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her career in financial crime and fraud investigation.
Early Career in Retail
Before transitioning into financial services, Ashley gained experience in retail. She worked at Monsoon Accessorize as a Sales and Stockroom Assistant from 2008 to 2013 and later at Republic as a Sales Assistant from 2011 to 2013. These roles helped her develop customer service skills and an understanding of retail operations, which she later applied in her finance-related positions.