Financial Model Validation Lead Analyst, Citi

Citi

Location:
United States, Irving

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

125760.00 - 188640.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Risk Analytics, Modeling and Validation role involves the development, enhancement, and validation of methods for measuring and analyzing all types of risks, including markets, treasury, credit, and operational. This role validates financial models in Recovery and Resolution Planning for measuring Liquidity, Capital, PPNR, Credit and Operational losses, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidance and supporting business strategies.

Job Responsibility:

Oversee a portfolio of model types/product types for a specific business area
Perform model validations, annual model reviews, ongoing monitoring reviews, model limitation remediation reviews, Supervisory and Peer Reviews across the specific portfolio
Ensure accuracy of validations performed by Validators
Provide effective challenge to the model development process in accordance with Citi Model Risk Management Policy
Conduct analysis and package it into detailed technical documentation report for validation purposes
Manage stakeholder interaction with model developers and business owners
Present model validation findings to senior management and supervisory authorities
Take personal accountability for escalating, identifying, and managing potential risk
Implement controls that enhance client experience and operational effectiveness
Anticipate problems and proactively identify solutions
Set high expectations and invest effort to exceed performance goals
Engage key stakeholders to improve collaboration
Advocate for solutions that meet client and community needs
Promote well-being and development of colleagues
Recruit and advocate for diverse talent
Listen empathetically and amplify minimized voices
Assess and drive compliance with laws and regulations

Requirements:

6-10 years of experience
Good knowledge and experience in quantitative or qualitative role of a variety of model development and validation testing techniques covering financial/business planning or risk management at a major financial institution
Extensive knowledge of financial markets and products
Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
Extensive experience in data analysis, interpretation of findings, and technical writing
Self-motivated and detail oriented
Demonstrated project management and organizational skills and capability to handle multiple projects at one time
Comfortable interfacing with business clients
Ability to formulate recommendations on policies, procedures, or practices

Nice to have:

Analytical Thinking
Business Acumen
Credible Challenge
Data Analysis
Governance
Policy and Procedure
Policy and Regulation
Risk Controls and Monitors
Risk Identification and Assessment
Statistics

What we offer:

Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Wellness programs
Planned time off (vacation)
Unplanned time off (sick leave)
Paid holidays
Discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 14, 2025

Expiration:
September 14, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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