
Quantitative Model Validation Officer III
Truist • Alpharetta, Georgia, United States
Role & seniority: Senior/Advanced Model Validator reporting to Senior Model Validation Officer; regular position.
Stack/tools: Quantitative modeling in Python, MatLab, SAS, VBA; familiarity with Java/C++/TensorFlow (preferred); experience with model performance tracking, change management, access control, and documentation.
Top 3 responsibilities
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Independently perform model validations across domains (credit risk, market risk, capital planning) ensuring fit-for-purpose, sound theory, assumptions, data, and output reasonableness.
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Evaluate model controls and remediation activities, document findings clearly, and provide advanced quantitative analysis on models in development or undergoing enhancements.
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Serve as a consultant on model risk management tasks, assist business units with policy/procedures/training, and collaborate with external consultants and teammates.
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Must-have skills: Master’s degree in a quantitative field (or equivalent), 7+ years in model validation/development, strong programming skills, excellent written/verbal communication, high attention to detail, ability to work with minimal guidance.
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Nice-to-haves: Ph.D. in quantitative fields; professional designations (CFA/PRM/FRM); advanced programming in Java, C++, TensorFlow; specialized knowledge in credit scoring, ALM, stress testing, VaR, CECL, or related modeling areas.
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Location & work type: United States; 1st shift; Regular employment (not temporary).
Full Description
The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which will let you see your application status and any communications. If you already have a profile with us, you can log in to check status. Need Help? If you have a disability and need assistance with the application, you can request a reasonable accommodation. Send an email to Accessibility (accommodation requests only; other inquiries won't receive a response). Regular or Temporary: Regular Language Fluency: English (Required) Work Shift: 1st shift (United States of America) Please review the following job description: Under the general supervision of the Senior Model Validation Officer, perform advanced level model validation for the corporation. Focus primarily on model validation and quantitative analysis, but also evaluate other model controls and serve as a resource for the corporation in all model risk management related tasks. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. High performing individual who demonstrates the ability to perform model validations at an accelerated pace without sacrificing quality. Self-starter who solves problems with little to no guidance; brings solutions to the table otherwise. Independently perform model validations spanning multiple domains (e.g., credit risk, market risk, capital planning) to assess fit for purpose, conceptual soundness, mathematical theory and construct, assumptions, data/assumptions, and output reasonableness. Evaluate other model controls such as model performance tracking, change management, access control, and documentation. Evaluation of validation findings remediation activity including analytical evaluation of residual risk. Document all work product in a thorough and concise manner with minimal review edits needed. Serve as a consultant on model related projects, performing advanced quantitative analysis on models in development or models undergoing enhancements/rebuilds. Work effectively as a team member, assisting the Senior Model Validation Officer, external consultants and/or other analysts in model validation or other model risk management tasks. Serve as a resource for the corporation in all model risk management initiatives, including assisting the business units with the Model Risk Management policy, procedures, and training materials. REQUIREMENTS Required Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Master's degree in a quantitative discipline or equivalent education and related training. Basic computer programming skills (Python, MatLab, SAS, VBA, etc.). Excellent communication (verbal and written), organizational and interpersonal skills. High attention to detail and ability to think at the organizational level. 7+ years of model validation, model development, or similar work experience. Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in quantitative finance, mathematics, statistics or a related field. One or more of CFA/PRM/FRM professional designation. Advanced competency programming in languages such as Java, C++, TensorFlow, SAS etc. A strong grasp of one or more financial modeling disciplines such as credit score modeling, asset-liability management, stress testing, term structure modeling, fraud detection, value-at-risk, capital planning models, loan loss reserve (CECL) modeling, etc. General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work. Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. 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