• Branch/Department:Prudential & Enterprise Risk
• Location:Head Office - Sovereign Street (Leeds)
• Contract Type:Permanent
• Salary:£54,000 - £72,000
• Working Pattern:Hybrid working model and flexible working patterns considered.
• Reference:6140
• Closing Date:30 June 2025

HOW YOU’LL HELP US LIVE OUR PURPOSE

We’ve been helping our members save for their future and buy a home of their own since 1875. By joining us, you’ll play a big role in helping us to put home ownership within reach of more people, generation after generation.
It’s a purpose that drives everything we do and one we’re proud of. And you can play your part too – join our dedicated Risk team as our Model Validation Specialist.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE ROLE?

• Knowledge and experience of using Python, SAS and other programming languages e.g. SQL.
• Be highly numerate with proven experience of credit risk / IRB model development or validation within a financial institution.
• A good understanding of residential mortgage portfolios, risk drivers, and lifecycle credit risk behaviour.
• Experience of model performance metrics, validation techniques and model risk management regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey complex issues to non-technical stakeholders.
• High levels of independence, integrity and professional judgement.
• Be a self-motivator with good planning and organisational skills.