Asst. Manager - Credit Score Modelling (Credit Planning & Data Mngt Dept.)

Aeon Credit Service; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial service provider in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced professional to develop and maintain credit scoring models. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in credit evaluation or data science, proficiency in Python and SQL, and strong AWS skills. This role requires effective communication and leadership abilities to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in credit evaluation, data science, or risk analytics.
• Strong proficiency in model development frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate credit scoring models using statistical and machine learning techniques.
• Deploy and manage models using AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.

Skills

Python

SQL

DataRobot or similar AutoML platforms

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Banking, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or Information Technology

Tools

AWS services (S3, SageMaker, Lambda, EC2)

Job description

This role is responsible for developing, validating, and maintaining credit scoring models to enhance risk management strategies and decision-making capabilities. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into actionable modelling solutions and ensure compliance with regulatory and governance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and validate credit scoring models using statistical and machine learning techniques.
• Perform data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model performance monitoring.
• Deploy and manage models using AWS cloud infrastructure and DataRobot AutoML platform.
• Collaborate with business units to translate credit risk requirements into actionable modeling strategies.
• Evaluate and execute improvement projects to enhance credit risk management and operational efficiency.
• Conduct periodical reviews on existing and new projects to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Prepare functional specification documents and participate in system enhancement testing (UAT).
• Mentor and guide junior team members.
• Ensure all activities comply with internal governance, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Banking, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Information Technology, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in credit evaluation, data science, or risk analytics, preferably within the banking or financial services industry.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and model development frameworks.
• Experience with AWS services (e.g., S3, SageMaker, Lambda, EC2).
• Hands-on experience with DataRobot or similar AutoML platforms is an advantage.
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
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