VP Model Validation Lead - Risk Analytics (2nd LOD)

Citigroup; New York (NY); On-site; USD 101,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi Getzville, New York is seeking a Model Validation Lead for Risk Analytics, Modeling and Validation. You will oversee model portfolios, conduct validations and annual reviews, and challenge model development to ensure risk accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The role requires extensive data analysis, strong communication, and collaboration with stakeholders to drive risk mitigation and adherence to Citi policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative field; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking and communication skills are required.
• Experience with risk management models and validation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of model types for a specific business area.
• Perform model validations, annual reviews, and ongoing monitoring for Low/Medium/High MRR models.
• Provide challenge to the model development process in accordance with Citi Model Risk Management Policy.
• Communicate results to diverse audiences and prepare detailed technical documentation for validation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Credible challenge

Data analysis

Governance

Policy knowledge

Regulation understanding

Communication skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAS

Python

MATLAB

C/C++/C#

VBA

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Citi Getzville, New York is seeking a Model Validation Lead for Risk Analytics, Modeling and Validation. You will oversee model portfolios, conduct validations and annual reviews, and challenge model development to ensure risk accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The role requires extensive data analysis, strong communication, and collaboration with stakeholders to drive risk mitigation and adherence to Citi policies.