Manager, Model Risk Oversight - Edinburgh Salary - Competitive Excellent Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Modelling professional to join the Risk Oversight team of a respected challenger bank in Edinburgh on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will join an experienced team during a period of growth and support the internal validation of all models (risk & financial) across the bank; leading the statistical testing of models and reporting on technical findings. Core

Responsibilities:
Leading a small team, you will be responsible for effectively leading the validation of the components of Credit & Financial Risk models, following internal framework and standards as well as external regulation. Producing internal and external reports summarising the validations, highlighting areas for potential improvement. Supporting senior management in their interactions with the business Influencing, and building relationships with, a range of stakeholders from within Risk and the wider business. Working collaboratively to support a strong culture of accountability, empowerment and proactive contribution to the ongoing development of the function, reflecting the evolving risk modelling landscape within the bank and the associated regulatory expectations. Key Skills & experience: The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of building models or Model validation, preferably with experience working within banking or financial services. A proven background in quantitative risk assessment models and methodologies, with experience in either model development or validation. Experience covering financial products and services, coupled with proven experience working in a specialist Risk function (e.g. Model Risk /Capital Risk/Credit Risk/Market Risk). Knowledge of Credit/Financial Model Risk related regulation (e.g. Capital Requirements Regulation and IFRS9). Capability to understand complex issues, communicate with clarity and influence senior leaders including Directors and Heads of function. SAS / Modelling background Excellent stakeholder management skills - able to build strong relationships at all levels of the bank. Skilled communicator with the ability to challenge / ask difficult questions Able to manage a challenging workload. Please apply below to register your interest, confirming salary expectations, alternatively please contact Chris Halliday on 0131 2207109 to discuss in confidence