Senior Advisor, Model Risk Governance – Hybrid

Desjardins Group; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Montreal is seeking a Senior Advisor for Model Risk Governance. The role involves analyzing, researching, and developing governance frameworks for model risk management, particularly for AI systems. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and have at least six years of experience in risk management within financial institutions. Proficiency in French and intermediate English is required. The position offers competitive benefits, including a defined benefit pension plan and flexible vacation, in a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

4 weeks of flexible vacation

Defined benefit pension plan

Group insurance

Reimbursement for health and wellness expenses

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of relevant experience.
• Experience in financial institution risk management is required.
• Knowledge of French is required.
• Intermediate level proficiency in English is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Propose solutions to optimize the governance framework.
• Coordinate efforts required to oversee models.
• Supervise process supporting model inclusion in decisions.
• Provide opinions on non-compliance with frameworks.
• Help develop positions on complex model situations.
• Design materials supporting decision-making.
• Participate in annual planning of governance activities.
• Act as superuser for governance tool.
• Monitor governance practices using industry publications.

Skills

Interpersonal Savvy

Strategic mindset

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

A leading financial institution in Montreal is seeking a Senior Advisor for Model Risk Governance. The role involves analyzing, researching, and developing governance frameworks for model risk management, particularly for AI systems. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and have at least six years of experience in risk management within financial institutions. Proficiency in French and intermediate English is required. The position offers competitive benefits, including a defined benefit pension plan and flexible vacation, in a hybrid work model.