Investment Management & Wealth Management Model Validation, Executive Director
Core
Independent validation and oversight of models and tools used across Wealth Management and Investment Management, including portfolio construction, risk management, and advisory platforms.
Role type
Senior IC model risk management executive director
Builds
Independent validation reports and governance materials for model risk management
Domain
Asset management / Investment management / Wealth management
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Model validation, portfolio optimization, Monte Carlo simulation, factor models, risk analytics, stakeholder engagement, team leadership, quantitative programming
Preferred skills
CFA, FRM, ML certifications, GenAI tools experience
Technologies
Python, R, MATLAB, SQL, BlackRock Aladdin, MSCI Barra
Responsibilities
Lead global team executing independent reviews of models and tools; Provide credible challenge on model design and business use; Engage with model owners and vendors to understand design and limitations; Oversee review of vendor-provided methodologies; Guide resolution of model risk issues; Synthesize thematic model risk observations; Support new products and emerging model types including AI/ML.
Seniority
Executive Director, hands-on IC with team leadership