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Citibank, N.A. seeks a Model Validation 2nd LOD Lead Analyst for its Tampa, Florida location.
Job Responsibility:
Validate credit risk models using statistical and mathematical tools and economic and finance theories
Test model assumptions and assess model performance
Assess adequacy and relevancy related to modeling data
Design and execute quantitative and statistical testing on model framework and performance
Perform data analysis and quantitative/statistical tests using statistical tools, perform large-scale analysis with programming languages including Python, Linux, SQL
Manage model risk across the model life cycle including ongoing performance evaluations, annual model reviews, and monitoring and governance plans
Oversee the portfolios
Manage stakeholder interaction with model developers and business owners during the model life cycle
Provide effective challenge to model assumptions, mathematical formulation, model performances, and implementation
Assess and quantify risk associated with the model due to model limitations, and inform stakeholders of the risk profile and advise on development of compensating controls
Review and challenge overlays and model change proposals, assess the risk control actions associated with model limitations, business initiatives, operation plans, and regulatory feedback when necessary
Conducts analysis and create technical documentation reports for validation purposes sufficient to meet regulatory guidelines and exceed industry standards
Comply with regulatory examinations, including CCAR and DFA Stress testing exercises by the FRB and OCC
Present model validation findings to senior management and supervisory authorities
Document model validation outcomes and findings
Communicate results to diverse audiences
Represent the bank in interactions with regulatory agencies, as required
Contribute to strategic, cross-functional initiatives within the model risk organization
Identifies modeling opportunities that yield measurable business results
Engages key stakeholders early and often and actively looks for opportunities to improve collaboration in achieving common goals
Develop and validate models applied in climate risk area
Perform and assess model sensitivity to the macroeconomic and climate risk drivers
Evaluate the impacts to banks reserves and planning from the climate risks of physical and transitional shocks
Evaluate and assess data relevance and methodology soundness of the climate risk models, and assess its compliance with regulatory requirements of different climate exercises, mandated by various local regulatory agencies, such as HKMA (Hong Kong), OSFI (Canada), MAS (Singapore), and OJK (Indonesia)
Assist preparing the packages to fulfil regulatory climate exercise examination
Provide guidance and instructions to junior validations for policies and procedures
Lead projects when necessary, and ensure accuracy of validations performed by validators
Perform supervisory and peer reviews.
Requirements:
Master’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering (any), or related field and 3 years of experience as a Model/Analysis/Validation Officer, Model/Analysis/Validation Senior Analyst, Research Assistant, or related position involving the credit risk model development, testing, and validation in a global financial services institution. Alternatively, employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree in the listed fields and 5 years of progressively responsible, post baccalaureate experience in the listed positions. Full span of experience must include: Data Analysis, identifying inconsistencies in data, and defining business issues
Assessment of model development process including data processing, conceptual soundness, and mathematical formulation
Statistical tests of model framework, assumptions, and performance
Financial Risk management
Economic research into macro-economic risk drivers, evaluation of model performance in various macro-economic scenarios, and evaluation of macro-economic impacts to inform capital planning
Proficient in statistical tests including Diagnostic Test, Sensitivity, Stress Testing, Backtesting, and Impact Analysis
Proficient in statistical software including R and large-scale analysis with SQL
Simulations and performance tests with Python, Java, Linux
Regulatory requirements including Basel, CCAR, ICAAP, IFRS9, and CECL
Technical writing and presenting, including regulatory initiatives such as Climate Risk examinations
Project management.
What we offer:
medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
life, accident, and disability insurance
wellness programs
paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays