Model and Data Ownership

Mindlance; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mindlance is seeking a skilled analytics professional for a 6-month contract in Charlotte, NC. The role focuses on model ownership and governance for financial crime/risk models, with emphasis on data quality and audit readiness.

You will analyze large datasets, validate outputs, and partner with technology, data, and business teams to ensure timely delivery. The candidate should have 7+ years in analytics or risk roles, strong SQL/Python skills, experience with Teradata, and familiarity with

Qualifications

• Proficient in data analysis and validation using SQL in Teradata environments.
• Strong SQL and Python proficiency.
• Experience presenting complex data issues to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Accountability for analytical or quantitative models across implementation, maintenance and change processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive resolution of data defects and control gaps.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Verbal communication

Tools

Teradata

Big data tools

Job description

6 Months + Contract (Possibility of conversion)

Model and Data Ownership

• Demonstrated accountability for analytical or quantitative models across implementation, maintenance, and controlled change processes.
• Experience operating within governed environments requiring formal documentation, controls, and audit readiness.
• Ability to independently challenge model assumptions and interpret outputs without serving as primary model developer.
• Proficient in performing data analysis and validation using SQL in Teradata environments.
• Ability to analyze large datasets to identify trends, issues, and insights supporting business decisions.
• Experience monitoring, validating, and reporting on data quality metrics including accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Strong capability to conduct root cause analysis for data quality issues.
• Demonstrated experience partnering with stakeholders to drive resolution of data defects and control gaps.
• Proven experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders across technology, data, and business teams.
• Ability to coordinate timelines, deliverables, dependencies, and risk issues to successful completion.
• 7 years of experience in analytics, model development, or related roles within financial services or risk management.
• Proven experience as a model owner or developer for financial crimes or AML models.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and Python
• Familiarity with big data tools; experience working with large financial institution data, meaning high-volume, complex datasets such as transactions, customer profiles, and product transactional information that require advanced tools and techniques for analysis.
• Ability to clearly and accurately articulate complex issues, risks, and propose solutions to various levels of staff and management through excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of AML transaction monitoring and regulatory requirements (BSA, USA PATRIOT Act) preferred.
• Familiarity with Oracle Platforms preferred.

EEO:

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.