Quantitative Modeling Analyst II

BOK Financial Corporation; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

BOK Financial Corporation in Tulsa, OK, seeks a Quantitative Modeling Analyst II to identify, measure, and manage risk in complex models across AML, CECL, and other domains. You will validate models, assess risk, and communicate findings to stakeholders.

The role requires advanced quantitative training and 3–5 years of experience in financial risk analysis, with proficiency in R, SAS, Python, SQL, and VBA. A discretionary bonus applies and the environment emphasizes teamwork.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master+) in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Finance, STEM, or other quantitative discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years of in-depth quantitative analysis experience relevant to financial risk management.
• Proficiency with statistical and programming software (R, SAS, Python, SQL, VBA, or similar).
• Solid understanding of model performance measures and validation methodologies.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to model risk management (FRB/OCC SR 11-7), Basel II/III, DFAST, OCC 12 CFR Part 30.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent model validation activities to ensure models operate as intended.
• Build strong working relationships with model owners and users to understand business purpose and assumptions.
• Measure impact of model limitations and parameter estimation errors; compare outputs with benchmarks.
• Develop remediation plan recommendations when model outputs fall short.
• Formulate clear communications on analyses, discrepancies, risks, and policy issues.
• Present observations to senior leaders, developers, and users and track remediation progress.
• Work with regulators and auditors as SME on assigned models to demonstrate model risk management program's soundness.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Econometrics

Regulatory knowledge

Programming (R SAS Python SQL VBA)

Education

Master's or higher in Mathematics Statistics Econometrics Finance

Tools

R

SAS

Python

SQL

VBA

Job description

Quantitative Modeling Analyst II

Location: Tulsa -TUL

Areas of Interest: Risk Management, BSA/AML

Pay Transparency Salary Range: Not Available

Application Deadline: 10/16/2026

BOK Financial Corporation Group includes BOKF, NA; BOK Financial Securities, Inc. and BOK Financial Private Wealth, Inc. BOKF, NA operates TransFund and Cavanal Hill Investment Management, Inc. BOKF, NA operates banking divisions: Bank of Albuquerque; Bank of Oklahoma; Bank of Texas and BOK Financial®.

Bonus Type

Discretionary

Summary

If you are looking for a job that combines a passion for innovation, an opportunity for growth, and a culture of teamwork, then you've come to the right place. We have an exciting opportunity awaiting someone like you!

Job Description

The Quantitative Modeling Analyst II is primarily responsible for identifying, measuring, monitoring, and managing the risk of complex and strategically important models such as those used in AML, Asset/Liability Management, CECL, Market Risk Rule, pricing, profitability, regulatory capital, underwriting, fraud, fair lending, etc. This involves understanding the theoretical framework of the model including assumptions and limitations, the context of business decision making, how well the model employs advanced analytical methods, variable selection, development, and the interactions/dependencies among data, systems, processes, and models both internal and external to the organization. Additionally, the Quantitative Model Risk Analyst I must understand risk and risk management principles covering all eight types of risk associated with the use of models: Strategic Risk, Operational Risk, Reputation Risk, Compliance Risk, Credit Risk, Liquidity Risk, Interest Rate Risk, and Price Risk.

Team Culture

A career with BOK Financial will provide you opportunities and benefits that can only come from working for a trusted industry leader. Work with amazing, energetic team members and a company dedicated to your success, growth, and advancement.

How You'll Spend Your Time

• You will perform independent model validation activities to ensure models are working as intended and model reliability is understood.
• You will build strong working relationships with model owners and users to gain a comprehensive understanding of the business purpose and assumptions used in the development of the models.
• You will measure the potential impact of model limitations, parameter estimation errors and deviations from model assumption, and will compare model outputs with empirical evidence from model benchmarks.
• You will assist with the development of remediation plan recommendations when assigned model outputs fall short of defined objectives.
• You will formulate clear and concise communications regarding model analyses specifying outcome discrepancies, risk identification, regulatory, and policy issues.
• You will present observations to senior leaders, developers, and users in order to make recommendations for action plans, and tracks remediation progress.
• You will work with external regulators and internal auditors as the subject matter expert on assigned models to demonstrate the operational soundness of the model risk management program.

Education & Experience Requirements

A dvanced degree (Master+) in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Finance, STEM, or other quantitative discipline; CFA, FRM, CPA, CIA, CISA, or other relevant professional designations considered.

• Minimum 3-5 years of in-depth quantitative analysis experience in a discipline relevant to financial risk management to include statistical/econometric analysis, predictive modeling, prepayment, option pricing, sensitivity analysis, stress testing, etc.
• Proficiency with common statistical and programming software (R, SAS, Python, SQL, VBA, or similar)
• Solid understanding and knowledge of model performance measures
• Solid understanding of model development and validation methodologies & processes
• Ability to produce high quality technical documentation.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to model risk management (FRB/OCC SR 11-7), Basel II/III capital requirements, Dodd-Frank Act Stress Testing (DFAST), and OCC 12 CFR, Part 30, Appendix D (Heightened Standards), etc.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Office - 20 lbs

BOK Financial Corporation Group is a stable and financially strong organization that provides excellent training and development to support building the long term careers of employees.With passion, skill and partnership you can make an impact on the success of the bank, customers and your own career!

The companies in BOK Financial Corporation Group are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other aspects of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.

Investing in our talent and building a great workplace is a top priority for us.

For more than a century, BOK Financial Corporation has helped fuel the success of clients and communities. Since our humble beginnings in Tulsa, Oklahoma, we’ve grown into a diversified financial services company that serves consumers, small businesses and international corporations—and everything in between.

Facts

• Operations focused in an eight-state footprint
• 5,000 team members
• $53.2 billion in assets*
• $129.3 billion in assets under management and administration*
• $9.3 million donated to local nonprofits in 2025
• 56,000 volunteer hours by our employees in 2025

Nearest Major Market: Tulsa

Nearest Secondary Market: Oklahoma

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