Senior Model Risk Manager
MercuryFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates should possess 6+ years of professional experience in a technical role such as model development, model validation, or data analytics. A strong understanding of ALM, treasury, and corporate finance is required, with credit risk experience being a significant advantage. Proficiency in scripting languages like Python and data manipulation using SQL is essential. A Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in a quantitative field like Quantitative Finance, Math, or Data Science is necessary. The ideal candidate is a natural problem-solver with exceptional attention to detail, a deep curiosity about model functionality, and strong critical-thinking abilities. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are also required to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
The Finance/Credit Model Risk Manager will conduct independent validations of complex models across finance, treasury, credit, and analytics, including in-depth review, testing, and ongoing monitoring to ensure accuracy and integrity. Responsibilities include identifying model weaknesses and areas for improvement, collaborating with teams to remediate validation findings, and partnering with model owners and developers to enhance the company-wide Model Risk Management framework. The role also involves working closely with Accounting, Internal Controls, and Compliance teams to meet audit and regulatory expectations.
Provides buy now, pay later financing solutions
Affirm offers point-of-sale financing solutions as an alternative to traditional credit cards. It allows consumers to make purchases and pay over time through installment plans, often without hidden fees or deferred interest. Affirm partners with merchants to integrate its payment solutions into online and in-store shopping experiences, using user-friendly plugins and APIs. The company generates revenue from interest and fees on loans to consumers, as well as fees from merchants for offering its financing options. Affirm also provides a merchant dashboard for transaction processing and promotional tools to help businesses market these financing options effectively. The goal of Affirm is to empower consumers with flexible payment options while providing value to merchants in the e-commerce and retail markets.