Risk Model Validator - Hybrid, Global Impact

Citi; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 12,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Diverse model exposure

Structured learning and development

Collaborate with validation leads

Wellbeing resources and balance

Job summary

Citi is seeking a Risk Model Validator, Officer (Hybrid) to independently assess models used to measure market, credit, and operational risk. You will work with a Validation Lead to deliver evidence-based reviews strengthening Citi's risk framework.

Responsibilities include performing validations, annual reviews, monitoring, and preparing reports for senior stakeholders. The role offers a hybrid schedule and growth opportunities within a global institution.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in quantitative analysis, risk management, or model development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and concisely.
• Solid analytical, creative thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail when analyzing and documenting results.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines.
• Working knowledge of time series analysis, statistics, and econometrics.
• Bachelor's or university degree, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform model validations, annual model reviews, and ongoing monitoring reviews for Low and Medium Model Risk Rating models within an assigned model or product type.
• Conduct model limitation remediation reviews to ensure validated models continue to meet performance standards.
• Provide effective challenge to model development teams in line with Citi's Model Risk Management Policy.
• Monitor the ongoing performance of validated models to confirm they remain fit for purpose.
• Contribute analysis and documentation to support regulatory and internal audit responses.
• Prepare reports and meeting materials for senior model risk management stakeholders.
• Help design and maintain validation standards, templates, and documentation practices.
• Identify and elevate control issues with transparency to safeguard Citi, its clients, and its assets.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Credible Challenge

Data Analysis

Governance

Policy

Procedure

Regulation

Risk Management Lifecycle

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Python

MATLAB

C

C++

C#

VBA

Job description

Citi is seeking a Risk Model Validator, Officer (Hybrid) to independently assess models used to measure market, credit, and operational risk. You will work with a Validation Lead to deliver evidence-based reviews strengthening Citi's risk framework.

Responsibilities include performing validations, annual reviews, monitoring, and preparing reports for senior stakeholders. The role offers a hybrid schedule and growth opportunities within a global institution.