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Lead Model Validation Specialist


Pay$77500.00 - $131500.00 / year
LocationRiverwoods/Illinois
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R44606
      Employer Industry: Digital Banking and Payments

      Why consider this job opportunity:
      - Salary up to $131,500
      - Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
      - Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan
      - Paid parental leave and generous paid time off
      - Supportive and collaborative work environment focused on compliance and risk management
      - Chance to work with advanced machine learning and AI models in a leading financial services company

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Execute model validation and risk management functions across various financial products and services
      - Lead independent model validations and provide effective challenges for various financial models
      - Produce detailed model validation documentation and analytical reports for senior management and regulators
      - Identify emerging model risk issues and communicate findings to management and model developers
      - Support collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the effectiveness of the model validation process

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - Master's degree in Statistics, Economics, or a related field
      - 2+ years of experience in model development and validation within the financial services industry
      - In lieu of a Master's degree, 6+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree
      - Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms
      - Proficiency in operating office equipment such as computers and telephones

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - Ph.D. in Economics, Statistics, or a related field
      - 4+ years of experience in model development and validation in the financial services industry
      - Professional certifications such as FRM, CIA, or CISA
      - Experience with Python programming
      - Prior experience in internal audit within financial services

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