Manage a team of model risk professionals ensuring high standards for effective challenge for all model review and governance activities.
Lead risk assessments and communication of model risk findings to senior stakeholders both internal and external.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Manage production of high-quality validation reports to ensure evaluation of conceptual soundness of model design, reasonableness of assumptions, reliability of inputs, completeness of testing, correctness of implementation, and suitability of performance metrics.
Lead interactions during model-related audits and regulatory examinations.
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
Demonstrated senior leadership experience in risk management, including experience managing team members effectively in multiple locations and across geographic time-zones.
Deep understanding of quantitative analysis including both macroeconomic and risk neutral pricing theory applied to asset and liability management.
Deep understanding of banking book products, deposits and mortgages.
Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Strong risk and control mindset with the ability to ask incisive questions, work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, assess materiality of model issues, and escalate appropriately.
PhD or Master’s degree in economics or similar quantitative discipline, 10+ years of relevant industry experience.