Lead Model Validation Analyst
📍 London | Up to £90,000 + Bonus + Benefits | Hybrid / Flexible
Are you a credit risk modelling expert who thrives on precision, purpose, and impact?
Our client is looking for a Lead Validation Analyst to own and enhance critical financial models — from marketing and acquisitions to customer management and impairment provisioning — while driving model risk excellence across the organisation.
What You’ll Do
✅ Lead the model risk agenda — assess, challenge, and improve key scorecard and credit risk models.
✅ Oversee post-launch model performance — recalibration, monitoring, and stress testing.
✅ Partner with first-line teams to strengthen design, resolve risk issues, and embed robust governance.
✅ Develop and refine models that balance predictive power, regulatory compliance, and business goals.
✅ Produce clear, compelling reports for senior management and regulators.
✅ Evolve modelling frameworks and risk methodologies in line with industry best practice.
What You Bring
🎓 Degree (or higher) in a quantitative field — Finance, Maths, Stats, Economics, or Computer Science.
📊 7+ years in model development or model risk management within financial services.
💻 Technical expertise in Python, R, SQL, and strong understanding of credit modelling.
🗣️ Excellent communicator — able to turn technical analysis into business insight.
🤝 Confident stakeholder manager with influence across multiple teams.
📘 Knowledge of IFRS 9 and model risk governance frameworks.
Why You’ll Love It
🌟 High Impact: Your work will shape the integrity of credit models used across the business.
🤝 Autonomy & Collaboration: Freedom to lead initiatives while working closely with senior stakeholders.
💰 Rewarding Package: Up to £85,000 + bonus + flexible working.
📈 Growth & Exposure: Second Line of Defence role with senior visibility and influence.
🌍 Inclusive Culture: Diversity, equity, and belonging are part of the DNA here.
Ready to lead the charge in Model Risk Management/Validation?
👉 Apply now and take your modelling career to the next level.