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Job Summary
Join a diverse team of dynamic model developers. We are looking for experienced Model Development Managers with a strong quantitative background in developing PD, LGD and EAD models for Regulatory Capital and IFRS9 impairments within a banking or consulting environment.
The ideal candidate should have:
•A minimum of 3–4 years hands-on model development experience in credit risk modelling, specifically across PD, LGD and/or EAD models.
•At least 2 years’ experience managing model development teams and/or leading model development projects.
•Proven experience managing the full end-to-end model development lifecycle, including development, implementation, monitoring and governance
•Strong understanding of Regulatory Capital and IFRS9 frameworks and associated modelling requirements.
•Experience mentoring and developing junior analysts within a model development environment.
•Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Job Description
- Take ownership of the full end-to-end model development lifecycle, including development, implementation and governance, to meet relevant business-as-usual and project timelines
- Lead the development, calibration, enhancement and documentation of PD, LGD and EAD models for Regulatory Capital and IFRS9 purposes
- Manage delivery timelines, priorities and dependencies across multiple modelling initiatives
- Ensure that all model development activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, risk management frameworks and internal policies and standards
- Understand and manage risks and risk events (incidents) relevant to the model development process
- Work closely with model validation, credit, finance, audit and other stakeholders to support model governance and implementation requirements
- Provide directional expertise to enhance model building skills across the team, including transferring knowledge and experience to junior team members and peers
- Support mentoring, performance management, talent management and succession planning within the team
- Keep up with industry trends, emerging modelling methodologies and regulatory developments to ensure increased capability and capacity to build robust models
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the broader modelling and risk environment.
Education
Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)
Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.
Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised
