Quantitative Advisor

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. The Risk Management Department contributes to the sustainable growth of the Societe Generale group through its expertise, understanding of risks, and risk management techniques. The department’s mission is to independently analyze, assess, manage, and monitor risk-taking activities with the objective of achieving, together with the first line-of-defense, the best possible outcome for the bank. The department oversees the enterprise, strategic, credit, market, liquidity, operational, model, and other risks of the corporate and investment banking business activities. ABOUT THE JOB: Model Risk Management (MRM) team embedded within the Risk Management function in SG CIB oversees model risk management. MRM is responsible for the second line of defense for model risk and supervises the model risk management function for the SG America regions (US, Canada, and Latin America). In detail, MRM’s main tasks are: The design of the SG America’s model risk management system, as well as its consistency, integrity, and compliance with regulatory provisions. The independent review of internal models within its scope. The independent review is carried out in accordance with the fundamental principles of the MRM system by extending the due diligence procedures to cover all model aspects required by the regulations (conceptual soundness, implementation, usage, ongoing monitoring of the model carried out by the first line of defense) and in accordance with the scope defined in the context of the oversight. Managing the model approval process within its scope. Monitoring of the models’ performance, effectiveness of the MRM framework, and the model business environment on ongoing basis, and risk management of the model portfolio, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. As a Quantitative Advisor, you will be pivotal in driving the consistent application of the Model Risks’ framework for Societe Generale’s Americas division, covering a diverse range of model families. Reporting directly to the Senior Management of Model Risks’ Governance and model portfolio management team, you’ll take the lead on managing and maintaining the AMER Model Inventory and the Model Risk Management platform (GRC Platform) — the core system that underpins inventory tracking and model governance across the region. You will be responsible for the development and maintenance of the continuous model monitoring (CMM) framework to assess the models’ performance, effectiveness of the MRM framework, and the model business environment on ongoing basis, and risk management of the model portfolio, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. This role demands a deep understanding of the model lifecycle. You’ll will be working closely with cross functional teams, including model validators (Paris and NY office), model developers, business stakeholders, IT, auditors with exposure to a variety of models across the business and support functions, including market risk, credit and counterparty risk, compliance, trading algorithms, and investment strategies. If you’re a detail-oriented professional with a passion for enhancing all various aspects of model risk management, this role offers an impactful opportunity within a dynamic, high-stakes environment. What will be your DAY-TO-DAY? In collaboration with the Team Manager you will: Refine the Risk Framework: Enhance AMER model risk appetite and management framework. Manage Model Inventory: Engage stakeholders to maintain the SG AMER Model Inventory and support the annual certification. Oversee Approval Processes: Manage approvals for initial use, model changes, and ongoing validations. Develop and implement metrics: Monitor model performance in your model scope, including production automation and reporting. Develop and implement business environment metrics based on identification of models’ factors that exploit model limitations or breach model assumptions. Implement metrics and reporting dashboards for monitoring of the effectiveness of the MRM framework. Analyze the metrics results and breach management: Liaise with the first line of defense and the validation teams in the management reporting on the model risk evolution and remediation actions. Provide input to MRM and other stakeholders committees. Conduct Quality Control: Perform checks on independent model reviews. Support Regulatory and Audit Preparation: Prepare materials for regulators and internal/external audits. Collaborate on Tech Solutions: Partner with technology to build model inventory and workflow solutions. Track and Report Issues: Review and monitor remediation actions and distribute governance materials. Required Profile required Skills and Qualifications: Must Have: 3+ Years of Risk Management Experience: Proven track record in model development, validation, or a front-office quant role. Bachelor’s Degree: Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in a quantitative field such as Mathematical Finance, Financial Engineering, Statistics, Engineering, or Mathematics. Technical Proficiency: Strong analytical skills. Strong programing skills in Python and SQL (any other language is a plus), excellent knowledge of BI tools / Microsoft Power BI (preferred) and Microsoft Office. Knowledge of financial products & investment banking processes is a plus. Data Management: Experience working with large datasets and quantitative analysis. Model Risk: Familiarity with model risk management practices and US regulatory requirements (SR 11-07) is a plus. Communication and Autonomy: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for working with both technical and non-technical staff. Autonomy, adaptability, and organizational skills to work independently in a variety of initiatives in dynamic environment. Languages: Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, is a requirement as the person in this position will need to collaborate regularly with colleagues and partners in the United States . Due to US Federal Securities law applying to this position, candidates who will apply for this position will be required to submit to an enhanced background screening, including the collection of their fingerprints by a third-party vendor selected by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (“FINRA”). Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function General Business, Management, and Business Development Industries Financial Services and Investment Banking Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Societe Generale by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Model” roles. 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