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First Horizon Bank · 4 days ago

Senior Model Risk Consultant

Charlotte Metro

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

First Horizon Bank is a leading regional financial services company dedicated to helping clients unlock their full potential. The Senior Model Risk Consultant will be responsible for executing model validation activities to ensure models are sound and compliant, working closely with various stakeholders to minimize model risk.

BankingFinanceFinancial ServicesRisk Management

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Validates CECL, Stress Testing, and other economic models used by the Bank using various statistical and advanced testing techniques

Critically evaluates the conceptual soundness of models and evaluates alternative theories

Designs and executes appropriate tests to determine whether models work as designed and monitors existing models for adequate performance

Work collaboratively with other model risk analysts as well as model owners, developers, and users

Qualification

Model validationTime series regressionRegulatory requirementsPythonRCritical thinkingCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsSelf-motivation

Required

Master's degree in Mathematics, Computational Finance, Econometrics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field

Three years of work experience validating econometric or time series regression models. Relevant PhD work can be substituted for work experience

Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements for Model Risk Management with proven track records of delivering regulatory requirements

Strong critical thinking skills and a detail-oriented nature to challenge models developed internally and by vendors

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary (ability to explain complex ideas in simple, non-technical language)

In depth knowledge of at least two of the following: DFAST, CCAR, CECL, AML

Strong ability and training in time series regression models

Proficiency in Python and R

Ability to learn additional systems as needed

Ability to research, analyze data, and derive facts

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills

Strong work ethic and self-motivation

Preferred

PhD degree in Mathematics, Computational Finance, Econometrics, Statistics, or related field

Five years of experience validating econometric or time series regression models

Benefits

Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision

HSA with company match

Maternity and parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Mentor program

401(k) with 6% match

Company

First Horizon Bank

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First Horizon Bank provides personal, business, and corporate banking, and private client services, to families and businesses.

Founded in 1864

Raleigh, North Carolina, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.firsthorizon.com/pmc

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