• Model Risk Analyst-Validation

    M&T Bank (Buffalo, NY)


    **Title:** Model Risk Analyst - Validation

    **Job Location:** One M&T Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203. Telecommuting permitted up to 40% of the week.

    **Job Description:** Review and validate models used by various groups within M&T Bank, including capital stress testing, risk measurement and prediction, pricing, forecasting, wealth management, marketing, compliance, profitability, and management decision-making. Perform full or targeted scope validations. Assess model performance and evaluate findings for remediation. Review development and execution codes. Research and evaluate model theory and design. Conduct independent analysis of model assumptions and outcomes. Determine the impact of model deficiencies or limitations. Review documentation and perform independent testing and benchmarking. Produce reports, memos, and presentations on reviews conducted. Participate in research projects, build benchmark models, present to management, and develop ad hoc processes for efficiency gains. Engage with regulators and audit members during process reviews. Validate complex models or aspects of models.

    **Minimum requirements:** Master’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Quantitative Finance, Econometrics, or a related quantitative field plus two (2) years of experience as a Quantitative Analyst, Statistician, Economist, Actuary Analyst or a related occupation **.** Requires one (1) year of experience in each of the following: Using one of the advanced software packages: SAS, Python, MATLAB, R, or STATA for analyzing large data sets and generate analysis reports; Using Excel for data visualization; Using PowerPoint for creating and delivering presentations with visuals and multimedia; Developing or validating statistical, financial, mathematical, econometric models, or other quantitative models used in financial services and banking; and Conducting research on statistical and econometric model theory and performing model evaluation analysis of financial models.

    **Salary:** $109,670.37- $ 119,670.37 per year

     

    Location

     

    Buffalo, New York, United States of America

     

    M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.