Quantitative Risk Analyst/Credit Risk Models Full Time

Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for a Quantitative Risk Analyst specializing in Credit Risk Models. This position offers an exciting opportunity to support model recalibration and enhancement initiatives within a dynamic team focused on advanced risk management and regulatory compliance.

Pay rate range (CAD): $35.23/hr – $42.28/hr

Responsibilities

• Develop and support PD, LGD, and EAD models used in the AIRB framework for non-retail portfolios
• Perform model calibration, performance testing, and data cleansing activities
• Investigate and implement suitable modeling methodologies based on academic and industry research
• Support all stages of the model lifecycle, including development, validation, and performance evaluation
• Prepare comprehensive reports detailing the statistical rationale, model performance, and regulatory compliance
• Summarize key findings and decisions for management review
• Stay current with credit risk management methodologies, regulatory guidelines, and industry best practices
• Conduct data analysis for portfolio segmentation, backtesting, accuracy testing, and benchmarking
• Write, review, and execute code in languages such as SAS, Python, R, and C++
• Support ad hoc data investigations and modeling research
• Maintain regular communication with the team and internal stakeholders

Desired Skill-Set

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
• 0-2 years of relevant experience
• Strong quantitative skills in math or related disciplines
• Programming proficiency in SAS, Python, or R
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic with adaptability to changing priorities

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of credit risk models (preferably commercial models)
• Familiarity with quantitative finance modeling techniques (e.g., Merton Model, Vasicek Model)
• Experience with C or C++ programming

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