Risk Analyst Program Mgr. (Model Risk Management)

About the Role:

The Risk Analyst Program Manager will use professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. This role works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Judgment is to be exercised in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Networking with key contacts outside the individual area of expertise is necessary. This position is vital in providing Executive and Senior Management, regulators, and all stakeholders assurance of compliance with the governing Policies.

What You Will Do:

• Manage validation performed on models including, but not limited to, Underwriting, BSA/AML, and IRR models.
• Work closely with Accounting/Finance and Portfolio Analytics to ensure ALLL models are CECL standard ready and adequately assessing the reserve need given the risk inherent in the loan portfolios.
• Review model development documentation and supporting artifacts to ensure alignment with MRM submission standards. Communicate acceptance/rejection of submission, with reasoning, to the model developer and owner.
• Ensure model monitoring is performed on each model monthly and that performance is appropriately assessed by model developer.
• Write validation reports compliant with MRM procedures and documentation standards and conduct model validation testing.
• Review ongoing monitoring reports and/or plans. Review findings from model validations and ensure they are appropriately remediated.
• Evaluate Model Risk ratings and make recommendations as needed.
• Lead model validation meetings and communicate the final validation outcomes to model owners.
• Other duties assigned.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and work experience in quantitative fields such as Math, Statistics, or Economics.
• Master's degree
• Risk management certifications are a plus.
• 10+ years of banking or similar experience.
• 8+ years Model Risk Management experience.
• Prior experience in dealing with regulatory agencies and/or internal and external audit entities.
• Attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple, competing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive and may be changed at any time.

Salary range: $86,259.86 – $159,308.33

The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this role. Individual pay within the range will be determined by multiple factors which can include but are not limited to a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your location during the hiring process. Ranges may be modified in the future.
This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based incentive opportunity. Pathward offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health insurance, 401(k) retirement benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid time off, and more.

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