Model Risk Governance Manager Job Listing at City National Bank in Los Angeles, CA (Job ID 10297)

Description

MODEL RISK GOVERNANCE MANAGER WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? Model Risk Governance manager leads the operation of model risk governance program within City National Bank's (CNB's) Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program. As a member of a dynamic team, MRGA is responsible for managing day-to day operational and tactical aspects of multiple projects in support of the model risk management group, including model validation governance, upkeep of governance documentation and model risk reporting. This position will work collaboratively with Enterprise Model Risk Management Governance team and will report to Manager of CNB Model Risk Management Group. Responsibilities may include model validation of bank-wide models on a case-by-case basis. What you will do

• Support MRM Manager in ensuring the CNB's model inventory is complete and up to date. Assist the team in managing the group's model validation pipeline; focusing on proactive management of business priorities, compliance dates and regulatory requirements. Support the governance of model validation activities for CNB models and leading in the proactive management and reporting of key validation deliverables, issues and risks.
• Independent validation of capital, impairment, pricing models and scorecards and review of regulatory self-assessment tools across asset classes (retail, wholesale, derivative, asset management)
• Support the build out of robust reporting of model governance activities and metrics and ongoing performance monitoring as well as other relevant model risk compliance metrics and measures.
• Socialize and support the model risk governance role across all three lines of defense. Support maintenance and distribution of the training materials to the banking business units.
• Provide leadership on leading industry practices for Model Risk Governance
• Support the creation and maintenance of the enterprise-wide model inventory, model control standards, and model risk ranking. Models include those used within the various Business Units for supporting financial reporting, risk management, decision-making, Basel II risk weighted assets calculations, and economic capital estimation.

Must-Have*

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Minimum 7 years of experience in the financial services industry
• Minimum 7 years of quantitative analysis experience in a discipline relevant to risk management to include statistical analysis, modeling, mathematics
• Minimum 5 years of experience with model validation or development
• Experience of 3+ years in Model validation, development or similar experience within an Internal Audit function.

Skills and Knowledge

• Candidates for the role are expected to hold a degree in a quantitative discipline, e.g.
• Hands-on experience of risk and financial modelling is desirable, but regardless of experience all candidates should be able to demonstrate an understanding of valuation modelling, financial and bank focused products.
• Proven track record of strong technical model development, model management, and/or model oversight in one or more of the following areas: credit risk management, market / interest rate risk management, economic capital estimation, and valuation.
• Proven knowledge of banking systems and processes, risk management methodologies, and familiar with Model validation function.
• Knowledgeable about model risk management and associated regulatory requirements such as OCC 2011-12, Basel II, SR 15-18/19.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Deep modeling and technical skills.
• Advanced Excel skills with ability to apply and review formulas and functions, along with extensive knowledge with the suite of MS Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and facilitate change through collaborative effort. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Self-motivation, discipline, task focus, the ability to structure and present work and a proven record of delivering high quality results within strict deadlines.
• Prefer:
• Experience in data management and analysis
• Programming experience with software applications such as SAS, R, SQL, VBA a plus
• Extensive knowledge and experience with various models - Regression, Market Risk, Operational Risk, Credit Risk, PPNR, and analysis tools including Excel, EViews, or Stata applications
• Advanced degree in finance, economics, statistics or related field (Masters or PhD preferred). Industry certifications a plus (e.g., CFA, FRM).

Compensation Starting base salary: $111,408 - $189,738 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.
*To be considered for this position you must meet at least these basic qualifications
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Benefits and Perks At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues. Get an inside look at our Benefits and Perks. ABOUT CITY NATIONAL
City National Bank, a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, is the largest bank headquartered in Los Angeles with $92.03 billion in assets as of April 30, 2024. Founded in 1954, City National provides personalized banking, investment and trust services in select markets including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, Nashville, Atlanta, Delaware, Las Vegas, Washington D.C. and Miami.* In addition, the company and its investment affiliates manage or administer $96.83 billion in client investment assets. City National is dedicated to strengthening communities, and in 2023 alone, the company made more than $11 million in charitable contributions to nonprofits that support the communities it serves.

*City National Bank does business in Miami and the state of Florida as CN Bank.

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