Model Validation Specialist / Manager - fixed term contract

Morson Edge (Financial Services); Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking candidates for Model Validation positions based in London and remote. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in Model Development or Model Validation, particularly in Credit Risk Modelling including IFRS9 and IRB. This is an excellent opportunity to work with companies looking for strong professionals capable of working at a managerial level. Interested applicants should be available to start in January 2026.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Model Development or Model Validation.
• Experience operating at Manager/Senior Manager/Head of level for one role.

Responsibilities

• Support Model Validation tasks across the businesses.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS9, IRB, and scorecard standards.

Skills

Model Validation

Credit Risk Modelling

IFRS9

IRB

Job description

I am currently supporting two businesses on similar Model Validation contract positions.

One is a London based role and one is a remote first position. Both companies are looking for people with strong Model Validation experience within Credit Risk Modelling (IFRS9, IRB, scorecards).

If you are available to start in January 2026 and have Model Development or Model Validation experience - get in touch for more information.

5+ years experience required for both roles with one role requiring someone who has operated at Manager / Senior Manager / Head of level previously.