Quantitative Risk Oversight, Co-op

White Spot; Surrey; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

White Spot is seeking a Co-Op Student for a 4-month term focused on financial modeling software development. This role will expose you to the entire development cycle, allowing you to enhance your programming skills, especially in Python, and learn about risk optimization in banking.

Benefits

Customizable benefits

Pension plans and RSPs

Mortgage and auto financing discounts

Awards and recognition programs

Volunteer programs and charitable donations

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a relevant Bachelor’s program.
• Desire to deepen computer programming skills (Python).
• Familiarity with Python functionalities (file I/O, plotting, data frames).

Responsibilities

• Review and re-perform the source code in Python.
• Test the models and resolve potential issues.
• Document test results.

Skills

Computer programming

Python

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Sciences, Business, or Economics

Job description

Location(s):

Help Headquarters

Job Type:

Co-Op Student; 4-month Co-op Term

myWork Program:

Hybrid

Starting Salary Range:

$23-26/hr

Background Screening Requirement:

• Enhanced Criminal Record Check (every 5 years)
• Credit Check (every 5 years)
• Identity Verification
• Employment Verification
• References

Job Purpose

You will gain exposure to overseeing the entire financial modelling software development cycle. Your focus will be on validating models and assessing their operational performance in banking institutions. If you enjoy computer programming, solving complex problems, and want to learn how banks optimize their risks, this role is suitable for you.

Accountabilities

You will be provided with detailed documentation on the models and will:

• Review and re-perform the source code in Python
• Test the models and resolve potential issues
• Document your test results

What are we looking for?

Enrollment in any of the following Bachelor's programs: Engineering, Computer Sciences, Business, Economics. A desire to deepen your computer programming skills (Python) is essential. Familiarity with Python functionalities like file I/O, plotting, data frames, and vectorization is a plus. No in-depth financial modelling knowledge required.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Coast Capital

We believe everyone has potential. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those of diverse sexual and gender identities. We are committed to accessible candidate experiences and will provide accommodations upon request.

Why join Coast Capital Savings?

• Purpose-driven: Everything we do is guided by our purpose to serve our members and communities.
• Inclusive culture: We foster a safe environment where everyone can thrive.
• Career growth: We develop our people and promote from within.
• Flexible work: Our myWork program offers flexibility in work location.
• Benefits: Customizable benefits to fit your lifestyle.
• Retirement options: Pension plans and RSPs.
• Financial benefits: Mortgage and auto financing discounts.
• Recognition and culture: Awards, recognition programs, and community investment.
• Community involvement: Volunteer programs and charitable donations.

D&I at Coast

We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects various backgrounds and perspectives, supporting our employees, members, and community.