Model Risk Management Lead- Ford Credit Bank

Ford Motor Company; Dover (DE); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Parental leave programs

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Vehicle discount program

Job summary

Ford Motor Credit Company is seeking a Model Risk Management Lead to drive validation, inventory, and oversight of models used across the Bank as it stands up de novo operations. You will report to the Bank’s Director of MRM and ensure regulatory-aligned practices.

The role requires 5+ years in model development/validation, strong quantitative skills, and the ability to explain complex concepts to diverse stakeholders. Hybrid work and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a highly quantitative discipline (Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or Data Science).
• Minimum 5 years in Model Development or Model Validation.
• Proficiency in SAS, Python, R, or SQL.
• Strong knowledge of regression, ML, and time-series techniques.
• Ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Self-starter with ownership mindset and strong organization under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Bank's Model Risk Management Program to align with risk appetite.
• Validate models for conceptual soundness, robustness, and fit for purpose.
• Maintain a robust model inventory with documentation.
• Monitor model performance and address deteriorations.
• Ensure use aligns with approved use plans and track issues.
• Support regulatory exams and audits related to model risk.
• Collaborate with model owners, developers, and stakeholders to meet objectives.
• Communicate policies and expectations across the organization.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes.

Skills

Statistical programming

Regression techniques

Machine learning

Time series

Explain complex concepts

Autonomy

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in quantitative field

Tools

SAS

Python

R

SQL

Job description

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

The Ford Motor Credit Company team helps put people behind the wheels of great Ford and Lincoln vehicles. By partnering with dealerships, we provide financing, personalized service and professional expertise to thousands of dealers and millions of customers in over one hundred countries around the world.

Ford Motor Credit Company (“Ford Credit”) has received regulatory conditional approval to form Ford Credit Bank (the “Bank”), to be headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Bank will create innovative and simplified banking solutions to help customers across the country finance the purchase of new Ford vehicles, parts, accessories, EV Infrastructure and software and will accept deposits with competitive rates on FDIC-insured savings accounts and certificates of deposit. The Bank will be a direct and wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Credit, an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company (“Ford”).

The successful candidate will be a member of an exciting and dynamic team of banking professionals who would have the opportunity to stand up and begin the operations of the de novo Bank. New employees hired by the bank will initially be Ford Credit employees. Once the bank is formally established, these employees may be transferred to the new bank.

Come help build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. Ford was built on the belief that freedom of movement drives human progress. It’s a belief that has fueled our passion to create great cars and trucks. And today, it drives our commitment to become the world’s most trusted mobility company, designing vehicles for a smart world that helps people move more safely, confidently, and freely. Ford is experiencing significant business transformation in an ever-changing digital world. We are dedicated to delivering distinctive products and solutions, having an “always on” relationship with customers and continuously improving our user experience.

In this position...

Play a vital role in an exciting and dynamic team of banking professionals to stand up and begin operations of the de novo Bank. The Model Risk Management (MRM) Lead will be the technical subject matter expert for the models and analytics used to run the Bank. You will gain broad exposure across credit scoring, pricing, collections, financial crimes, expected credit loss methodologies, and more. This individual will report directly to the Bank’s Director of MRM and will assist in the execution of the MRM program in compliance with the Bank’s policy and procedures and regulatory expectations. The MRM Lead will ensure the appropriate identification, assessment, validation, and ongoing monitoring of models and quantitative methodologies.

What you'll do...

• Provide oversight of the execution of the Bank’s Model Risk Management Program to align with the Bank’s risk appetite and align with supervisory guidance SR 26-2

• Oversee the independent validation of all models, ensuring that they are conceptually sound, statistically robust, fit for their intended purpose, and all validation activities and conclusions are adequately documented consistent with Bank policies and procedures, which also includes oversight of non-models and end user computing (EUC)

• Maintain a robust model inventory, ensuring accurate and complete development and validation documentation of all models used within the Bank

• Review result of ongoing model performance monitoring and elevate deteriorating model performance

• Monitor and ensure that models are used in line with the approved use and use plan

• Track and report on model issues and review completed issue remediation

• Assist in reporting of consolidated view of model risk across the Bank, including significant individual model risk and model risk in the aggregate, the state of compliance with and recent and outstanding exceptions

• Collaborate effectively with model owners, developers, business stakeholders, and other department heads to deliver on specific objectives and initiatives

• Communicate model risk management policies, procedures, and expectations to stakeholders across the organization

• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks related to model risk management

• Assist in regulatory examinations, internal audits, and external audits of the model risk management program. Respond to exams and audit concerns and corrective action of all related findings

You’ll have...

• Bachelor’s degree in a highly quantitative discipline (e.g. Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or Data Science)

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Model Development or Model Validation

• Proficiency in statistical programming languages (e.g., SAS, Python, R, or SQL)

• Extensive knowledge of various regression techniques, machine learning, times series techniques, and other statistical models

• Exceptional ability to explain complex mathematical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and senior management

• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as a self-starter with strong ownership mindset

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage

Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more

Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more

Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases

Tuition assistance

Established and active employee resource groups

Paid time off for individual and team community service

A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day

Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $94,800-$166,200.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Remote#LI-FordCredit #LI-MN1