Credit Risk Model Development Lead Analyst

Starling Bank; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Starling Bank is seeking a Credit Risk Model Development Lead Analyst to join their Credit Risk Modelling Team in Manchester. This role involves developing and maintaining credit risk models, ensuring compliance with IFRS 9, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in credit risk model development and proficiency in analytical tools such as Python, R, SQL, and SAS.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public holiday allowance

Extra day off for your birthday

Annual leave increases with length of service

16 hours paid volunteering time a year

Company enhanced pension scheme

Private Medical Insurance with mental health support

Generous family-friendly policies

Incentivised refer a friend scheme

Perkbox membership for retail discounts

Access to Cycle to Work initiatives

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in developing IFRS 9 and/or operational credit risk models.
• Proficient in analytical tools like Python/R/SQL/SAS.
• Good knowledge of regulatory guidelines related to credit risk.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing IFRS 9 and operational credit risk models.
• Producing detailed model documentation including methodology and assumptions.
• Monitoring model performance and conducting regular reviews.

Skills

Analytical tools

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduate level education in a numerical degree

Tools

Python

R

SQL

SAS

Job description

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Hello, we're Starling. We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices.

We are looking for a talented and passionate Credit Risk Model Development Lead Analyst to join our Credit Risk Modelling Team. Our team plays a critical role in developing and maintaining credit risk models across Starling, focussing on both IFRS 9 and operational models. If you have experience in credit risk model development in either of these areas, and are eager to be part of the team that plays a vital role in credit risk management, we want to hear from you!

As a Credit Risk Model Development Lead, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing IFRS 9 and operational credit risk models
• Working closely with stakeholders to ensure that model developments meet business requirements
• Producing detailed model documentation, including methodology, assumptions, and limitations
• Monitoring model performance and conducting regular reviews to ensure accuracy and stability
• Collaborating with model validation teams to address any findings and ensure models are robust
• Presenting model developments to Senior leadership, and representing the Credit Risk Modelling team with internal and external stakeholders
  
  
  

Requirements

• Ideally a minimum 3 - 5 years' experience in developing IFRS 9 and/or operational credit risk models
• Proficient in the use of analytical tools such as Python/R/SQL/SAS and spreadsheets.
• Graduate level education preferable, ideally in a numerical degree (or an equivalent work experience)
• Good knowledge of regulatory and risk management guidelines relating to credit risk, including IFRS 9
• Ability to articulate model development methodologies and findings in a succinct and clear way that is suitable for the target audience
• Organised, flexible and adaptable, with the ability to switch between tasks seamlessly
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  
  
  

Benefits

• 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you)
• An extra day's holiday for your birthday
• Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off
• 16 hours paid volunteering time a year
• Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme
• Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection
• Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton
• Generous family-friendly policies
• Incentivised refer a friend scheme
• Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks
• Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing
  
  
  

About Us

You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway.

We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems.

Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  General Business, Management, and Business Development

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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