Model Risk (Risk Management) : Job Level - Vice President
Division: Firm Risk Management
Role: Model Risk Management (IRB)
Level: Vice President
Location: London
JR025999
Firm Risk Management
Firm Risk Management (FRM) supports Morgan Stanley to achieve its business goals by partnering with business units across the Firm to realize efficient risk-adjusted returns, acting as a strategic advisor to the Board and protecting the Firm from exposure to losses as a result of credit, market, liquidity, operational, model and other risks.
Background on the Position
This role resides within Firm Risk Management's Model Risk Management Department which provides independent model risk control, review and validation of models used by Morgan Stanley. These include derivative pricing models utilized across product areas, including interest rates, currencies, commodities, equities, credit, and securitized products. This is in addition to oversight of models used to monitor counterparty credit risk (CVA/IMM), credit risk (IRB), market risk (IMA), operational risk, capital and liquidity stress tests.
Model Risk Management (MRM) professionals in New York, London, Budapest, Frankfurt, Mumbai and Tokyo work closely with business quantitative strategists, risk analytics, risk managers and financial controllers. The London team works collaboratively with members of Model Risk Management across all model areas globally.
Primary Responsibilities
> Conduct model validation for Internal-Risk-Based (IRB) models, predominantly wholesale IRB, by challenging model assumptions, mathematical formulation, and implementation
> Conduct independent testing to assess model accuracy and robustness under different scenarios and market conditions
> Assess and quantify model risks due to model limitations and develop compensating controls
> Develop high-quality validation reports highlighting risks and limitations of models and communicate findings to stakeholders, senior management.
> Collaborate with Global MRM teams, Developers, Model Control Officers, Credit and Capital Teams and Risk Managers to manage model risk across the model lifecycle
> Cultivate and manage effective relationships with regulators by providing accurate and timely submissions
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> Manage a team of reviewers and/or IRB-specific projects
FRM is committed to creating and providing opportunities that enable our workforce to reflect diverse backgrounds and views.
Experience
> Master's or Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field
> In-depth knowledge of mathematical finance or Statistics and numerical techniques
> Minimum of 5 years of relevant model risk management and/or quantitative modelling experience
> Experience with IRB models wholesale, retail and securitization gained at a financial institution (preferred)
> Understanding and ideally working knowledge on Internal-Based Rating (IRB) models such as PD, LGD, EAD, Stress testing, IFRS9
> Experience of developing risk models using Python and R
> Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, both written and verbally
> The ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, both written and verbally
> An interest in working in a fast-paced environment, often balancing multiple high priority deliverables
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.
Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:
If t his role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.
Flexible work statement
Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- FSA
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- HSA
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Return-to-Work Program
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Leave of Absence
- Volunteer Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Internship Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)