Applied AI Machine Learning Vice President (Fraud Modelling)

Aumni; Greater London; On-site; GBP 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking an Applied AI Machine Learning VP (Fraud Modelling) within the ICB Risk Modelling team in London. You will lead the development and management of advanced ML models to mitigate fraud risk, collaborating with Strategy, Technology, Legal, Compliance, and governance functions to meet stringent regulatory standards.

Primary focus is identity verification fraud; you will evaluate vendor models, ensure robust deployment, and maintain audit-ready artifacts for internal audits

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a quantitative or technical discipline.
• Strong background in fraud modelling and regulatory considerations.
• Experience with applied data science and ML techniques.
• Proficiency in Python/SQL and production-grade code.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage proprietary fraud models and vet vendor models.
• Prepare governance and Model Risk Management documentation.
• Monitor performance and drift; define monitoring metrics.
• Communicate design, trade-offs, and results to senior stakeholders.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Python

SQL

NumPy

Pandas

Scikit-Learn

Generative AI

Communication

Machine learning

Team collaboration

Education

MSc or PhD in quantitative/technical field

Tools

Git

Job description

As an Applied AI Machine Learning VP (Fraud Modelling) in the ICB Risk Modelling team, you will play a crucial role in developing and managing machine learning models used to mitigate fraud risk within ICB.

You will work with multiple partner teams—including Strategy, Technology, Product Management, Legal, Compliance, Business Management, and Model Governance — to ensure the models meet the firm's high governance standards and regulatory requirements, and support audit and other business functions around model management.

The primary focus will be on identity verification fraud, where you will lead efforts to adopt and implement advanced solutions, including models from leading vendors for detecting and preventing fraudulent activities.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and manage proprietary fraud models and perform due diligence for vendor models. Validate model performance on internal data, ensure modelling choices are appropriate for the portfolio, decisioning context, and operational constraints. Work closely with platform engineers to support model deployment.
• Prepare complete governance and Model Risk Management packages, including development documentation, testing evidence, model limitations, and implementation specifications. Support independent validation, respond to findings, and drive remediation to closure.
• Support ongoing monitoring for performance and stability (e.g., drift, calibration, population shifts, fraud-typology changes). Define monitoring metrics, thresholds, Investigate degradations and drive remediation actions.
• Communicate model design, trade-offs, results, and limitations to senior stakeholders and governance committees in clear business terms. Train and support downstream users on correct interpretation and use of model outputs.
• Maintain audit-ready artifacts such as model documentation, monitoring reports, validation responses, and control evidence to support internal audits and regulatory exams. Provide timely, traceable responses to inquiries and ensure documentation stays current post-deployment.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in a quantitative or technical discipline.
• Solid understanding of fraud modelling in financial organizations, including the unique challenges and regulatory considerations involved. Credit modelling is acceptable as a transferable background.
• Industry experience in applied data science, machine learning techniques, with a strong understanding of both traditional statistical and machine learning models.
• Proficient in Python, SQL, with hands-on experience in data analysis and writing production-quality code. Extensive experience with machine learning and data analysis toolkits (e.g., NumPy, Scikit-Learn, Pandas).
• Ability to effectively leverage Generative AI tools to enhance productivity, analysis, and problem-solving in day-to-day work.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills to effectively convey technical concepts and results to both technical and business audiences. Team player.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience with identity verification fraud models.
• Experience with ML model explainability.
• Experience with model risk management frameworks.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

Our Consumer & Community Banking division serves our Chase customers through a range of financial services, including personal banking, credit cards, mortgages, auto financing, investment advice, small business loans and payment processing. We’re proud to lead the U.S. in credit card sales and deposit growth and have the most-used digital solutions – all while ranking first in customer satisfaction.

The CCB Data & Analytics team responsibly leverages data across Chase to build competitive advantages for the businesses while providing value and protection for customers. The team encompasses a variety of disciplines from data governance and strategy to reporting, data science and machine learning. We have a strong partnership with Technology, which provides cutting edge data and analytics infrastructure. The team powers Chase with insights to create the best customer and business outcomes.

Shape the future of fraud prevention by developing advanced machine learning models that protect customers and the firm.