BHG Financial

Senior Director of Model Validation

Posted 24 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from BHG Financial

  • Job overview

    The Senior Director of Model Validation at BHG Financial leads model risk management innovations, ensuring compliance and enhancing model efficiency to deliver business results.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves conducting technical reviews of models, maintaining the model inventory, presenting validation results to stakeholders, integrating vendor solutions, managing AI model risks, and fostering cross-functional collaboration.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires a Master's/PhD in a quantitative field, 8-10 years in financial services modeling/validation, expertise in credit scorecard and survival models, AI model risk knowledge, strong communication skills, proficiency in SQL, R, Python, and experience with cloud analytics tools like Azure and Databricks.

Company overview

BHG Financial is a prominent financial services company that specializes in providing innovative lending solutions and financial products to professionals and businesses. They generate revenue primarily through offering business loans, personal loans, and credit card services, catering to a wide range of clients including healthcare professionals and small business owners. Founded in 2001, BHG Financial has established itself as a leader in the financial technology sector, leveraging advanced analytics and technology to streamline the lending process. The company is known for its strong commitment to customer service and has a history of rapid growth and expansion in the financial services industry.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to emphasize your extensive experience in model validation, particularly your expertise in credit scorecard, survival models, and AI model risk management, aligning with BHG Financial’s focus on innovation and regulatory compliance.

  • Highlight your proficiency in SQL, R, Python, and cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure and Databricks, as well as your leadership skills and success in integrating vendor solutions to improve model risk management efficiency.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including BHG Financial’s corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and relevant job boards to maximize your application visibility and reach.

  • Connect with current BHG Financial employees in the model validation or risk management divisions on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent innovations in model risk management or asking for insights on how the team integrates AI risk governance.

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