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Join us as a Model Validation AVP, where you will validate and approve risk models at inception, during usage changes, and through periodic and annual reviews. This role operates within the risk function and focuses primarily on retail credit models including credit cards and loan portfolios. You will independently review model documentation, perform testing and analysis, and clearly report findings to demonstrate model soundness and regulatory alignment. This role offers broad exposure across multiple model types and high impact validation work.
Job Responsibility:
Validate and approve models for specific usages both at inception and on a periodic basis, and of model changes, as well as conducting annual reviews
Validation of models for their intended use and scope, commensurate with the complexity and materiality of the models
Approval or rejection of a model or usage based on assessment of the model’s conceptual soundness, performance under intended use and the clarity of the documentation of the model’s inherent risks, limitations and weaknesses
Assessment of any compensating controls used to mitigate Model risk
Documentation of validation findings and recommendations in clear and concise reports, providing actionable insights for model improvement
Evaluation of the coherence of model interactions and quality of Large Model Framework aggregate results that generate output for regulatory submissions or management decision making and planning
Design of the framework and methodology to measure and, where possible, quantify model risk, including the assessment of framework level uncertainty
Advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness
Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions
Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function
Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes
Consult on complex issues
providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues
Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda
Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done
Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function
Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy
Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively
Communicate complex information
Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes
Requirements:
Experience in risk model validation, model development, or quantitative modeling within financial services
Experience validating retail credit risk models such as credit cards and consumer loans
Understanding of model risk management frameworks, governance, and regulatory expectations
Ability to perform detailed analysis, testing, and independent challenge of models
Written communication skills with experience producing clear and thorough validation documentation
Quantitative discipline preferred
What we offer:
Structured approach to hybrid working
Supportive and inclusive culture and environment
Commitment to providing flexible working arrangements