At Finalyse, for over 35 years, we have supported (re)insurance and banking clients in navigating changes and embracing innovations in valuation, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Our commitment to contributing to a sustainable and resilient financial system drives us every day. We empower our talented consultants to design and implement efficient, pragmatic solutions, fostering a collaborative spirit with partners and clients. Our unique blend of financial and technological expertise has been the cornerstone of numerous successful projects and enduring relationships.
We embrace diversity at Finalyse, recognising the unique strengths everyone brings, and we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment that respects diverse beliefs and backgrounds.
THE ROLE
As a CRR/Basel IV Functional Consultant, you will join our Risk Advisory practice, working on challenging projects for leading financial institutions. You will contribute to the development, validation, deployment and inspection of CRR/Basel RWA calculations for regulatory capital management, and working with different calculation engines in the market, including in-house tools. You will also gain insights into the changes in the Basel regulations for Credit Risk and how it impacts exposure class derivations and regulatory reporting.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Acting as subject matter expert, business or functional consultant in credit risk, especially in Basel regulations or Europe specific CRR
- Analysing complex regulatory aspects in the Basel/CRR credit risk regulations and implementing them in existing/new capital calculations
- Liaising with different business stakeholders and the technical teams
- Enhancing or update risk management policies & procedures.
- Participating to the implementation of various credit risk models, tools or solutions.
- Developing & automating the production of risk & regulatory reporting
- Building and maintaining close relationships with clients.
- Participating in business development initiatives and internal projects.
- Raising and promoting the company’s image in the financial industry through publications in the Regbrief and participation in external conferences and networking events.
REQUIREMENTS
- Master's degree in econometrics, physics, mathematics, computer sciences or applied economics.
- An advanced degree in finance and/or a certification like FRM or PRM is a distinct advantage.
- At least 3-5 years of experience in the banking sector and good understanding of credit risk regulatory aspects.
- Relevant consulting experience in the financial industry is a plus.
- Affinity with banking products: retail and non-retail.
- Relevant regulatory knowledge (Basel III, BCBS239, CRR/CRD, TRIM, IFRS9.
- Proven experience with complex regulatory topics in Basel/CRR such as CRM allocation, NPE Prudential Backstop calculations, SA-CCR, Securitizations, Large exposure reporting, Leverage Ratio and Capital Adequacy Ratio reporting.
- Familiarity with analytical software such as SAS, R, Python, etc.
- Good communication, writing and presentation skills with the ability to explain sophisticated issues in a simple but professional way.
- Fluency (both verbal and written) and good presentation skills in English.
- French or Dutch language skills.
WHY FINALYSE
- A meaningful role and mission contributing to the stability and responsible innovation of the financial sector.
- A diverse, multinational team of talented specialists and senior experts, committed to sharing knowledge, supporting each other, and driving collective success.
- A clear and flexible career path, with the freedom to shape your own specialization and grow quickly in a flat, agile organization.
- Personalised development through tailored technical training, recognised certifications, and continuous learning.
- A healthy work culture and environment that values wellbeing, work-life balance, and sustainable consulting practices.
- Flexible ways of working with hybrid/remote options, trust-based autonomy, and openness to part-time arrangements.
- A competitive compensation and benefits package, including healthcare, pension, and sustainable mobility options, etc.
- International exposure and opportunities to travel and work with clients and colleagues across Europe and beyond.
- Innovation and thought leadership opportunities, including internal initiatives, research groups, and access to modern tools and structured methodologies.