Model Risk Manager

4 weeks ago

Essex, United Kingdom InterQuest Group Full time

Model Risk Manager – Empower, Influence, and Lead

up to £90K + excellent benefits and bonus

Hybrid/Essex (2 days in office)

Are you ready to take your expertise in risk management to the next level? Step into a pivotal role where your analytical skills, leadership, and strategic thinking will directly impact decision-making at the highest levels. As a Model Risk Manager, you will play a key role within the Enterprise Risk team, with direct exposure to senior management and the Board of Directors.

This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple European markets, ensuring compliance with UK FCA and PRA regulations, while also navigating additional local regulatory requirements. You will be instrumental in shaping model risk strategy, enhancing the risk frameworks, and driving real change within the organization.

If you're a problem-solver with a passion for risk, analytics, and leadership, we want to hear from you

Why Join this Bank?

High-Impact Role – Influence decisions at senior levels and work directly with executives and Board members.

Leadership & Visibility – Be a part of the Enterprise Risk team, a key second-line function, ensuring strategic oversight of critical risk areas.

International Exposure – Work across diverse European markets and develop a deep understanding of different regulatory landscapes.

Professional Growth – Expand your expertise in model risk management overseas and with peers in Treasury, ESG strategy, and risk frameworks.

Supportive & Inclusive Culture – Work in an environment that values diverse perspectives and fosters continuous learning and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Model Risk Management

  • Lead the development and maintenance of Model Risk Management Policies and Frameworks, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations.
  • Work closely with model developers, owners, and independent validators to monitor, improve, and approve risk models.
  • Implement cutting-edge risk measurement and reporting techniques, setting model risk appetites aligned with strategic objectives.
  • Challenge existing models with innovative Post-Model Adjustments, ensuring accuracy and resilience.

Model Development & Validation

  • Partner with teams to develop robust models for ICAAP Pillar 2 risks, including credit, operational, market, and concentration risk.
  • Drive research and innovation by designing challenger models and stress testing methodologies.
  • Validate models with a strategic and independent mindset, ensuring high-quality risk assessments.

Enterprise Risk & Strategic Support

  • Contribute to critical risk initiatives such as ICAAP, Recovery Planning, ESG strategies, and Risk Appetite Frameworks.
  • Engage with senior committees to communicate complex risk concepts in a clear and impactful manner.

Who You Are

A visionary risk expert – with a Master's or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Econometrics, or Financial Engineering.

A specialist in financial risk modeling – with expertise in Expected Credit Loss (IFRS9) and banking risk areas (credit, market, operational, and rate risk).

An analytical thinker with data science skills – adept at SAS, Alteryx, Excel VBA, and leveraging data to drive strategic decisions.

A confident communicator – with the ability to present technical insights to senior leadership in a clear and engaging manner.

A problem-solver – who can navigate complexities, manage competing priorities, and drive pragmatic solutions.

Bonus Points If You Have…

Experience with IRB approach development

Regulatory experience – working with or for financial regulators

Ready to Make an Impact?

Call us and discuss how you can be part of this team that values expertise, innovation, and leadership. If you're ready to elevate your career in risk management and shape the future of financial resilience, apply now

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