Senior Manager, Independent Model Validation and Model Risk Governance
Midlands, Hybrid
Salary, Up to £80,000 PA
We’re supporting a UK financial services group that’s actively building out its Independent Model Validation capability, not maintaining the status quo, but shaping how model risk is done across the bank. This is a genuine opportunity to step into a Senior Manager seat with real ownership, visibility, and the mandate to help set the standards.
If you’re currently a Lead or Manager and want to move into a role where you can influence frameworks, challenge at the right level, and help build a specialist team around you, this one is worth a look.
Why this role stands out
* Help shape a growing IMV and model risk governance function
* Broad scope, IRB, IFRS 9, capital, stress testing, plus emerging AI and ML
* True independence, you’ll lead reviews, challenge assumptions, and raise the bar
* Direct exposure to senior risk forums and governance committees
* Chance to mentor, set direction, and build capability as the team grows
What you’ll be doing
* Leading independent validation across methodology, data, monitoring, and implementation
* Enhancing the IMV framework, standards, and documentation, setting what “good” looks like
* Partnering with model owners and developers to embed best practice and improve outcomes
* Producing crisp, committee-ready reporting and recommendations
* Supporting and developing junior team members
What you’ll bring
* Strong quantitative background with hands-on model development or validation experience
* Knowledge across IRB, IFRS 9, and model risk management principles
* Able to test, replicate, and challenge models using code
* Comfortable communicating clearly and presenting to senior stakeholders
* UK right to work
If you want a Senior Manager role where you can shape a function, stay close to the technical detail, and have genuine influence, let’s have a confidential chat. APPLY NOW