Experienced Modeller

Are you passionate about financial modelling and risk analytics? Join a dynamic banking environment where your expertise will shape critical decisions and strengthen model governance. If you thrive on technical challenges and want to make an impact, this is your next big move!

Our client is a leading, innovative financial institution committed to simplifying banking and empowering customers through smart, accessible solutions. They foster a collaborative culture that values growth, ownership, and continuous learning.
This opportunity sits within a specialist Model Validation team, a key player in ensuring models across credit risk, capital, fraud, and finance are robust, reliable, and regulatory-compliant. You’ll work alongside top-tier professionals, gain exposure to diverse models, and enjoy structured career development with strong mentorship.
What’s in it for you?

• Work on high-impact projects influencing strategic decisions
• Access to cutting-edge tools and methodologies
• A supportive, people-centric environment that rewards innovation and excellence

Key Responsibilities

• Validate models across forecasting, stress testing, pricing, IFRS 9, capital, and fraud
• Develop independent challenger models to assess accuracy and performance
• Review model methodologies, assumptions, and governance documentation
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to provide insights and recommendations

Job Experience and Skills Required

Education:

• Minimum: Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or Actuarial Science
• Ideal: Honours in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or Actuarial Science

Experience:

• 3–6 years in financial modelling (forecasting, stress testing, pricing, capital modelling, IFRS 9)
• Exposure to model development or validation environments

Skills:

• Advanced analytical and quantitative ability
• Strong coding skills (SQL, Python, R advantageous)
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work across teams

Non-negotiables:

• Proven financial modelling experience
• Ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment

Apply now!
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• Actuarial roles (Life, Short-Term, Health, Pensions, Quantitative)
• Data Scientists / Data Analysts (Python, R, SQL, Machine Learning)
• Risk Analysts (Credit, Market, Model Risk, Operational)
• Pricing Specialists (Insurance, Financial Products)
• Machine Learning & AI Data Scientists (ML Ops, NLP, Predictive Modelling)
• Quantitative Specialists across Banking, Insurance, and FinTech

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for future opportunities.
For more information, contact:
Heidi Joubert
Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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