As&t Validation Specialist

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. And you can play your part too join our dedicated Risk division on a 12 month fixed term contract as a Model Validation Specialist and play an important part in that purpose by providing independent, expert challenge across the models that help us understand credit risk, make sound decisions and meet regulatory expectations. How you'll make a difference You will perform independent model validation reviews and oversight of the Society's residential mortgage IRB and other credit-related models to ensure they are conceptually sound, appropriately implemented, and are compliant with internal policies and external regulations. In addition, the role will support with the independent validation of other financial models performed within the team, as required. 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. Be a self-motivator with good planning and organisational skills. And in return, you'll get the best from us: An annual colleague bonus of up to 12% Hybrid working with 60% of your time at home Matched pension contributions of up to 10% 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays and holiday purchase scheme of up to 5 days each year Colleague Mortgage and Saver products Electric vehicle scheme/ Cycle to Work scheme 2 days' volunteering per year We'll give you a place to belong with the support to learn, develop and shape a meaningful career. Why choose Leeds Building Society? We're committed to equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. You'll be joining a truly purpose-focused culture which helped us win the Leading with Purpose award at the 2023 Business Culture Awards. Leeds Building Society is devoted to creating a culture and workplace that is representative of the communities we serve. LI-Hybrid