Santander
Auto Finance
RiskModelValidationAssociate
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“Risk Model Validation Associate at Santander. Skills: model validation, quantitative skills, risk analysis. Conduct independent validation of models. Deliver robust model validations”
What You'll Achieve.
deliver robust model validations; effective challenge; transparent remediation; ongoing model health; timely and effective resolution
Industry & Context.
analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring employer sponsorship to commence employment., Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role., Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, or another relevant field of study, or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education, 5+ years of experience in model development and/or validation
Nice to Have
Master's Degree or PhD in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, or another relevant field of study, or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education, Experience with scorecard or loss provisioning models
What You'll Do.
Conduct independent validation of models
Deliver robust model validations
Provide effective challenge
Provide governance support across a wide variety of models
Ensure transparent remediation
Ensure ongoing model health
Evaluate model assumptions
Document validation results with clear recommendations
Conduct robust validations of a wide variety of models against established standards
Partner with model owners and developers to understand the business context for model use
Provide technical guidance
Strengthen the model development and validation process
Manage remediation of validation findings with model owners and developers
Support timely and effective resolution
Monitor ongoing model performance
Assess overall model health
Support annual reviews and related governance responsibilities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with model owners and developers; Manage remediation of validation findings with model owners and developers
Communication Scope
written and verbal communication skills
Process & Methodology
project management skills
Full Job Description
Risk Model Validation Associate – Auto Finance Country: United States of America **It Starts Here:** Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible. This is more than a strategic shift. It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference. If you are interested in exploring the possibilities **We Want to Talk to You!** **The Difference You Make:** The Risk Model Validation Associate will conduct independent validation of models used in alignment with SR 11-7, US supervisory guidance, and internal model risk standards. This role is responsible for delivering robust model validations, effective challenge, and governance support across a wide variety of models while helping ensure transparent remediation and ongoing model health. **** **Position Summary** * Evaluate model assumptions, limitations, and weaknesses, and document validation results with clear recommendations to address identified issues. * Conduct robust validations of a wide variety of models against established standards, including benchmark, challenger, and replication models where applicable. * Partner with model owners and developers to understand the business context for model use, provide technical guidance, and strengthen the model development and validation process. * Manage remediation of validation findings with model owners and developers to support timely and effective resolution. * Monitor ongoing model performance, assess overall model health, and support annual reviews and related governance responsibilities. **** **What You Bring:** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed be
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