Quant Modeling Associate - Model Risk Governance Review - Senior Associate

J.P. Morgan; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase in New York City is seeking a Quant Modeling Associate in the MRGR team to work on counterparty credit risk models across multiple asset classes. You will engage with quantitative research, credit risk, and trading desks to ensure robust model governance and performance.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and the ability to question assumptions, with a focus on improving margins, risk measurement, and model validation within a leading financial institution.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in mathematics, science, engineering, statistics, quantitative finance, or similar.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills; knowledge of probability theory, statistics, mathematical finance, econometrics, numerical methods, and stochastic calculus.
• Relevant quantitative experience at a similar bank/asset management analytics setup.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a team-player mind-set.
• Inquisitive nature, ability to ask the right questions, assess materiality, and elevate issues.

Responsibilities

• Review methodologies for margining and measurement of credit risk.
• Evaluate the conceptual soundness and appropriateness of the model for its intended purpose, the reliability of the inputs, the reasonableness of the assumptions, and the model limitations.
• Assess the adequacy of the testing to support the model assumptions and performance as well as the correctness of the implementation.
• Assist with model governance processes, issue management, and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Work closely with model developers, credit risk officers, and trading desks to help them understand methodology and usage; establish transparency around model controls, model limitations and performance.

Education

Master's degree in mathematics, science, engineering, statistics, quantitative finance, or similar

Job description

Bring your Expertise to JPMorgan Chase. As part of Risk Management and Compliance, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient. You help the firm grow its business in a responsible way by anticipating new and emerging risks, and using your expert judgement to solve real-world challenges that impact our company, customers and communities. Our culture in Risk Management and Compliance is all about thinking outside the box, challenging the status quo and striving to be best-in-class.

As a Quant Modeling Associate in the MRGR team in New York City, you will cover counterparty credit risk models where you will have exposure to multiple assets classes, and the firm's counterparty credit risk management and collateral risk management processes. You will have day-to-day interaction with quantitative research teams, credit risk functions, and trading desks. Your position will focus on the following activities.

Job Responsibilities

• Review methodologies for margining and measurement of credit risk.
• Evaluate the conceptual soundness and appropriateness of the model for its intended purpose, the reliability of the inputs, the reasonableness of the assumptions, and the model limitations.
• Assess the adequacy of the testing to support the model assumptions and performance as well as the correctness of the implementation.
• Assist with model governance processes, issue management, and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Work closely with model developers, credit risk officers, and trading desks to help them understand methodology and usage; establish transparency around model controls, model limitations and performance.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Quantitative background with at least a master's degree in mathematics, science, engineering, statistics, quantitative finance, or similar.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills; knowledge of probability theory, statistics, mathematical finance, econometrics, numerical methods, and stochastic calculus.
• Relevant quantitative experience at a similar bank/asset management analytics setup.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a team-player mind-set.
• Inquisitive nature, ability to ask the right questions, assess materiality, and elevate issues.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Domain expertise in margining and credit risk measurement.
• Experience with counterparty credit risk in model validation and/or model development.
• Understanding of the finance industry, particularly in modelling - valuation, risk, capital.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

Risk Management helps the firm understand, manage and anticipate risks in a constantly changing environment. The work covers areas such as evaluating country-specific risk, understanding regulatory changes and determining credit worthiness. Risk Management provides independent oversight and maintains an effective control environment.

Join the team that manages model risks of state-of-the-art margining and credit risk measurement models at J.P. Morgan Chase.