Overview
Vice President - Embedded Risk Models(gn)
For our client, a leading global universal bank with its European headquarters in Frankfurt, we are currently looking for a Vice President - Embedded Risk Models (gn).
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement quantitative models to support integrated risk assessment across market, credit, operational, and liquidity risk
- Contribute to the design and ongoing enhancement of the risk quantification infrastructure in close coordination with IT, ensuring performance, scalability, and compliance
- Assist in the development of cross-risk factor analyses, including stress testing and scenario modeling
- Conduct and support quantitative analysis and monitoring tests to meet the standards of independent model validation and contribute to model governance from a model owner perspective
- Work closely with global risk functions, the front office, and regulatory stakeholders
- Encourage a structured, calm, and collaborative approach to risk management across the organization
- Apply modern technologies and leverage cloud-based solutions to enhance risk analytics and system efficiency
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in front office or risk roles, with a strong quantitative focus and a proven track record in developing analytical and technical solutions for market and / or credit risk
- Advanced academic background (Master’s or PhD) in a quantitative discipline such as Finance, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science
- Advanced quantitative modeling capabilities in fixed income and FX derivatives
- Strong familiarity with financial products and risk metrics across multiple risk types
- Proficiency in object-oriented programming (e.g., Python, C / C++) and solid experience with SQL and database systems
- Experience with cloud infrastructure such as AWS or Azure
- Structured and calm working style with the ability to engage across teams and functions in a global environment
- Full professional proficiency in English; German is a great advantage