Lead Model Validation Analyst
This role is a key part of our Second Line Credit Risk Team, which provides independent oversight of the credit strategies and models developed by our First Line teams.
Responsibilities
* Perform independent validation of all key models used by the business, assessing conceptual soundness, data integrity, and implementation.
* Work closely with model developers and business units to address model risks and ensure timely resolution of identified issues.
* Provide oversight for ongoing model performance monitoring and recalibration activities.
* Prepare comprehensive validation reports detailing the review process, findings, and recommendations, and communicate these findings effectively to model owners, developers, and senior management.
* Ensure all validation activities and model documentation comply with internal policies and external regulatory guidance.
* Contribute to the enhancement of the model validation framework and methodologies to keep pace with industry best practices and evolving regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
* A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Finance, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or Computer Science. A Ph.D. is a plus.
* 7+ years of experience in model development, model validation, or a related quantitative risk management role, preferably within the financial services industry.
* Strong knowledge of financial products, risk management principles, and statistical modeling techniques.
* Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment, fostering strong partnerships with stakeholders to resolve model challenges.
* Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, able to work independently with minimal guidance.
* Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
* Proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, Python, R.
* Familiarity with regulatory guidance on model risk management, such as IFRS9.
* Ability to take ownership of redesigning departmental workflows, using AI to automate complex tasks and drive operational efficiency.
* Competently able to identify high‑impact AI use cases and implement advanced prompting techniques to solve multi‑layered business challenges.
Benefits
* Flexibility: Benefit allowance you can tailor to your own life and family.
* Health: Private medical and dental, health assessments, and access to a digital GP.
* Wealth: Life assurance, share schemes, and financial coaching.
* Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance to help you level up.
* Lifestyle: Electric car and cycle‑to‑work schemes, plus season ticket loans.
* Award‑winning parental leave policies.
Location: London (Hybrid). 3 days in the office. Competitive salary + benefits.
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