Director, Treasury, Finance, and Stress Testing Model Validation in Toronto

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The Model Risk Management (MRM) team is responsible for ensuring that model risk is appropriately managed according to the Bank’s Model Risk Policy and Standards and compliant with regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Vice President of MRM, the incumbent will support the VP in fulfilling MRM’s mandate with respect to model validation activities of various Treasury methodologies on asset liability management, interest rate risk and liquidity risk management, as well as methodologies supporting stress testing, finance model validation approaches, etc.

The incumbent is expected to play a key role in the development of strategies, processes and procedures to validate all credit risk models applied in production on an enterprise-wide basis, and in executing the required validation procedures. The incumbent will also be responsible for ensuring model risk is appropriately managed according to the Bank’s Model Risk Policy and Framework and comply with regulatory requirements.

The incumbent will be instrumental in fostering the relationship with Model Development teams. The work scope includes validating model methodology, evaluating the reasonability of assumptions, identifying model use restrictions and limitations, examining the quality of model inputs; establishing benchmarks; conducting additional quantitative and qualitative analysis, articulating findings, recommendations, and conclusions, and completing the model validation report that meets the bank’s model risk management standards.

The Core Responsibilities:

• Plan, execute and report model validations.
• Assess the quality of model data and monitor the model performance.
• Develop validation strategies and testing procedures.
• Communicate key model validation conclusions ensuring that complex concepts are understood by key stakeholders.
• Manage the project timeline diligently.
• Exercise reasonable judgment in decision-making and advise VP MRM.
• Draw upon your experience and knowledge to lead and/or support appropriate model risk assessments consistent with the model’s risk content and intended usage.
• Educate, influence and hold accountable key stakeholders to manage model risk for in-scope models according to the Bank’s Model Risk Policy and relevant OSFI guidelines.
• Assist VP MRM in providing independent review and opinion to support the asset and liability Committee’s approval of model assumptions.
• Support the Model Risk Governance function on model risk policy development and review, compliance to model risk management policies, processes and regulatory requirements, maintenance of model inventory, model issue tracking and reporting.

Let’s Talk About You:

• A Master’s degree or higher in Math, Applied Math, Computer Science, Math Finance, Economics, or equivalent quantitative background.
• 7+ years experience in Treasury risk model validation or model development in a financial institution, advanced in mathematical and statistical derivations, quantitative techniques and qualitative justifications, regulatory requirements and industry practices.
• 3+ years experience in Enterprise-wide models such as ICAAP models and stress testing models.
• Extensive understanding of model risk management principles and practices.
• Extensive knowledge of related business and management processes.
• Advanced programming skills in Python, SQL, MATLAB, Excel VBA with macro. Previous experience in data analytics is preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills and communication skills in both written and verbal format.
• Excellent project management and time management skills.
• Excellent technical documentation and report-writing skills.

What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]: Competitive discretionary bonus, Market leading RRSP match program, Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, Employee Share Purchase Plan, Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one, Generous vacation policy and personal days, Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues, Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program, A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience.

The incumbent will be working hybrid and in office time will be spent working from EQ Bank’s additional office space located at 2200-25 Ontario Street, Toronto, ON.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion: EQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe our organization is stronger — and our people thrive — when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives. We’re equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.

We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment. If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.

As part of our recruitment process, EQ uses AI to help screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. All AI-enabled outputs are reviewed and validated by our talent team. All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check. While we appreciate every application, an EQ recruiter will contact only those whose skills and experience most closely match the requirements of the role.