Lead Credit Risk Model Validation - Remote

Barclay Simpson; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major consultancy firm in the UK is seeking a Credit Risk Modeller/Validator to lead the independent validation of models across the Group. You will engage with senior stakeholders and develop model risk management practices, requiring significant experience in model validation for credit risk and strong knowledge of regulations. The role is permanent, based in London, with flexible working arrangements and opportunities for remote work.

Qualifications

• Significant prior experience of model validation and/or model development for credit risk.
• Practical understanding of model validation techniques particularly for retail credit risk.
• Familiarity with UK and EU model risk management regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform independent validation of models across the Group.
• Develop the approach to model validation and model risk management.
• Manage the prioritisation of models requiring validation.

Skills

Model validation experience

Understanding of retail credit risk

Knowledge of IFRS9 and IRB models

Knowledge of model risk management regulations

Job description

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Key Responsibilities

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Requirements

• Significant prior experience of model validation and/or model development for credit risk, preferably in retail,.
• Practical understanding of model validation techniques particularly on retail credit risk, IFRS9, and IRB models.
• Knowledge of model risk management regulations and standards in the UK and EU.

Candidates will likely be working in the model validation or development team of a large retail bank, challenger, consumer finance firm or consultancy specialised within credit risk.

We seek individuals from a diverse talent pool and encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply to our vacancies. Our commitment to fair recruitment processes means that we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of their lived experience or personal characteristics. We also invite applicants who meet most of the listed requirements, even if not all, to apply. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know.

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