Senior Data Scientist in Montréal

A career as a Senior Data Scientist, Team Lead, in the Governance and Credit Quality team at National Bank means serving as a specialist in credit decision model validation. This position allows you to have a positive impact on the Bank's risk management thanks to your expertise in modelling, credit risk and quantitative methods.

You contribute to the independent assessment of the models used for credit activities for Personal Banking and small and medium-sized businesses. You also provide technical leadership to your colleagues and participate in strategic projects that influence the Bank's models, decision-making strategies and risk profile.

• Carry out and oversee independent model risk assessments for credit decision models intended for individuals and SMEs, by analysing their methodological robustness, assumptions, limitations, and risks related to their approval, implementation and use.
• Monitor the performance of models in production by analysing results, identifying gaps, drifts and emerging risks, and recommending the actions required to maintain an acceptable level of risk.
• Act as a reference in managing the model lifecycle, ensuring the consistent application of regulatory requirements, internal policies and model risk management standards.
• Draft and review validation reports, conclusions and recommendations, clearly communicating findings, issues, risks and impacts on credit decisions and risk management.
• Participate in strategic projects related to retail and SME credit activities by assessing the impact of the proposed changes on the Bank's models, decision-making strategies, credit processes and risk profile.
• Act as a technical reference for the team and business partners, contributing to the resolution of complex issues, supporting audits and regulatory reviews, and promoting the continuous improvement of model risk validation and management practices.

Your team, Governance and Credit Quality, under Senior Vice-President – Credit Analytics and Integrated Risk Management, brings together more than 35 specialists who collaborate to develop innovative solutions adapted to industry challenges. You are part of a team recognised for its diversity of expertise, rigour and ability to deliver quality results.

The Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalised training programs, based on on-the-job learning, help you master your profession and develop new fields of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, language training, the Harvard Learning Centre and coaching and mentoring support are available to you at any time.

Prerequisites:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field and 7 to 10 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent knowledge of quantitative methods, particularly modelling and artificial intelligence techniques.
• Proficiency in at least one of the following languages or software: SAS, R or Python.
• Extensive experience in credit risk and model validation.
• Solid knowledge of activities and products related to Personal Banking and small and medium-sized businesses.
• Experience in technical coordination, coaching or developing colleagues in an analytical or validation environment.

Skills:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Communication
• Data Structures
• Data Visualization
• Diversity & Inclusion
• Performance Analysis
• Problem Solving
• Statistics
• Storytelling
• Teamwork
• Business Acumen
• Data-Driven Decision-Making
• Detail-oriented
• Initiative
• Learning Agility

In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as: Health and wellness program, including many options; Employee Share Ownership Plan; Employee and family assistance program; Preferential banking services; Involvement in community initiatives; Virtual sleep clinic.

We value employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged. Making a bold move in a people-first environment, we’re a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on people’s lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments.

We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier-free and accessible environment to all employees. We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates!

What can you bring to our team?

Why work at National Bank?

• For an environment that supports your career path: There are many varied opportunities for you to progress and develop, and move ahead in your career. This includes on-the-job learning and training, co-development and pairing with other employees, professional support and mentoring, internal career days or discussion forums with our leaders.
• For an inclusive and diverse environment: We foster inclusion in an environment where each person’s unique qualities, whether visible or invisible, are celebrated and valued.