Drive model risk governance processes, including oversight of model inventory, validation activities, and lifecycle management, ensuring robust documentation, transparency, and audit readiness
Drive model risk governance processes, including oversight of model inventory, validation activities, and lifecycle management, ensuring robust documentation, transparency, and audit readiness
Drive model risk governance processes, including oversight of model inventory, validation activities, and lifecycle management, ensuring robust documentation, transparency, and audit readiness
Drive model risk governance processes, including oversight of model inventory, validation activities, and lifecycle management, ensuring robust documentation, transparency, and audit readiness
Drive model risk governance processes, including oversight of model inventory, validation activities, and lifecycle management, ensuring robust documentation, transparency, and audit readiness
Drive model risk governance processes, including oversight of model inventory, validation activities, and lifecycle management, ensuring robust documentation, transparency, and audit readiness
Enterprise Risk Management Department-Model Risk Management VP
Manhattan, NY ยท On-site
$230K/yr
The role contributes to implementing the model risk management framework including carrying out model risk governance activities and performing independent model validation. Specifically, regarding ...
Enterprise Risk Management Department-Model Risk Management VP
Manhattan, NY ยท On-site
$230K/yr
The role contributes to implementing the model risk management framework including carrying out model risk governance activities and performing independent model validation. Specifically, regarding ...
As part of the Model Risk Governance and Review (MRGR) team, you'll conduct independent model validation and governance activities to mitigate model risk. Your knowledge will be instrumental in ...
As part of the Model Risk Governance and Review (MRGR) team, you'll conduct independent model validation and governance activities to mitigate model risk. Your knowledge will be instrumental in ...
As part of the Model Risk Governance and Review (MRGR) team, you'll conduct independent model validation and governance activities to mitigate model risk. Your knowledge will be instrumental in ...
As part of the Model Risk Governance and Review (MRGR) team, you'll conduct independent model validation and governance activities to mitigate model risk. Your knowledge will be instrumental in ...
Model Risk Analyst II - Governance & Reporting
$71.60K - $119.30K/yr
Responsible for execution of one of key pillars within model risk governance and operation teams to create, manage and enforce policy and procedures based on regulatory requirements and industry best ...
Model Risk Analyst II - Governance & Reporting
$71.60K - $119.30K/yr
Responsible for execution of one of key pillars within model risk governance and operation teams to create, manage and enforce policy and procedures based on regulatory requirements and industry best ...
Risk Management - Model Risk Program Associate
Jersey City, NJ ยท On-site
$118.75K - $170K/yr
As part of the Model Risk Governance and Review (MRGR) team, you'll conduct independent model validation and governance activities to mitigate model risk. Your knowledge will be instrumental in ...
Risk Management - Model Risk Program Associate
Jersey City, NJ ยท On-site
$118.75K - $170K/yr
As part of the Model Risk Governance and Review (MRGR) team, you'll conduct independent model validation and governance activities to mitigate model risk. Your knowledge will be instrumental in ...
Risk Management - AI Governance - Model Risk - Executive Director
Manhattan, NY ยท On-site
$190K - $285K/yr
As an Executive Director in Risk Management - AI Governance - Model Risk, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient.. Our culture is all about thinking outside the box ...
Risk Management - AI Governance - Model Risk - Executive Director
Manhattan, NY ยท On-site
$190K - $285K/yr
As an Executive Director in Risk Management - AI Governance - Model Risk, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient.. Our culture is all about thinking outside the box ...
As an Executive Director in Risk Management - AI Governance - Model Risk, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient.. Our culture is all about thinking outside the box ...
As an Executive Director in Risk Management - AI Governance - Model Risk, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient.. Our culture is all about thinking outside the box ...
Model Risk Analyst II - Governance & Reporting
Buffalo, NY ยท On-site
$71.60K - $119.30K/yr
Responsible for execution of one of key pillars within model risk governance and operation teams to create, manage and enforce policy and procedures based on regulatory requirements and industry best ...
Model Risk Analyst II - Governance & Reporting
Buffalo, NY ยท On-site
$71.60K - $119.30K/yr
Responsible for execution of one of key pillars within model risk governance and operation teams to create, manage and enforce policy and procedures based on regulatory requirements and industry best ...
As an Executive Director in Risk Management - AI Governance - Model Risk, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient.. Our culture is all about thinking outside the box ...
As an Executive Director in Risk Management - AI Governance - Model Risk, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient.. Our culture is all about thinking outside the box ...
Manager - Risk Management
Manhattan, NY ยท On-site
$98K - $150.25K/yr
Governance Framework: o Implement and maintain the organization's model risk management framework, policy, standards, and procedures. o Stay informed about relevant industry regulations and standards ...
Manager - Risk Management
Manhattan, NY ยท On-site
$98K - $150.25K/yr
Governance Framework: o Implement and maintain the organization's model risk management framework, policy, standards, and procedures. o Stay informed about relevant industry regulations and standards ...
Senior Director - Treasury Risk, Model Risk, and Capital Risk Oversight
Buffalo, NY ยท On-site
$189K - $351K/yr
Represent IRM on senior committees (CMC, Executive ALCO, MRC) and provide updates to Governance ... Model Risk Management * Direct the Model Risk Management function, ensuring compliance with SR 11 ...
Senior Director - Treasury Risk, Model Risk, and Capital Risk Oversight
Buffalo, NY ยท On-site
$189K - $351K/yr
Represent IRM on senior committees (CMC, Executive ALCO, MRC) and provide updates to Governance ... Model Risk Management * Direct the Model Risk Management function, ensuring compliance with SR 11 ...
Senior Director - Treasury Risk, Model Risk, and Capital Risk Oversight
Buffalo, NY ยท On-site
$189K - $351K/yr
Represent IRM on senior committees (CMC, Executive ALCO, MRC) and provide updates to Governance ... Model Risk Management * Direct the Model Risk Management function, ensuring compliance with SR 11 ...
Senior Director - Treasury Risk, Model Risk, and Capital Risk Oversight
Buffalo, NY ยท On-site
$189K - $351K/yr
Represent IRM on senior committees (CMC, Executive ALCO, MRC) and provide updates to Governance ... Model Risk Management * Direct the Model Risk Management function, ensuring compliance with SR 11 ...
Model Risk - Investment Management
$160K - $190K/yr
Contribute to the establishment and promotion of model governance standards and best practices in IMD under Nomura Group's Model Risk Management framework. * Build collaborative partnerships with ...
Model Risk - Investment Management
$160K - $190K/yr
Contribute to the establishment and promotion of model governance standards and best practices in IMD under Nomura Group's Model Risk Management framework. * Build collaborative partnerships with ...
Model Risk - Investment Management
Manhattan, NY ยท On-site
$160K - $190K/yr
Contribute to the establishment and promotion of model governance standards and best practices in IMD under Nomura Group's Model Risk Management framework. * Build collaborative partnerships with ...
Model Risk - Investment Management
Manhattan, NY ยท On-site
$160K - $190K/yr
Contribute to the establishment and promotion of model governance standards and best practices in IMD under Nomura Group's Model Risk Management framework. * Build collaborative partnerships with ...
Model Risk Management (MRM) Product Lead
New York, NY ยท On-site
$46 - $50/hr
This role requires a strong blend of product leadership, technical depth, and domain expertise across model lifecycle and risk governance. Key Responsibilities * Own and drive the product roadmap ...
Model Risk Management (MRM) Product Lead
New York, NY ยท On-site
$46 - $50/hr
This role requires a strong blend of product leadership, technical depth, and domain expertise across model lifecycle and risk governance. Key Responsibilities * Own and drive the product roadmap ...
Context Engineer (Model Risk Focus)
New York, NY ยท On-site
$50 - $53/hr
This role supports model lifecycle and risk governance through domain aware context engineering. Key Responsibilities * Design and optimize prompting and contextual structures to shape model behavior.
Context Engineer (Model Risk Focus)
New York, NY ยท On-site
$50 - $53/hr
This role supports model lifecycle and risk governance through domain aware context engineering. Key Responsibilities * Design and optimize prompting and contextual structures to shape model behavior.
As a Quant Model Risk Associate in the Model Risk Governance and Review team, you will be responsible for assessing and mitigating the risks associated with complex models used for valuation, risk ...
As a Quant Model Risk Associate in the Model Risk Governance and Review team, you will be responsible for assessing and mitigating the risks associated with complex models used for valuation, risk ...
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| Aspect | Contract Model Risk Governance | Contract Model Validation |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Overseeing and managing risks associated with contract models, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation | Assessing and testing contract models to ensure accuracy and reliability |
| Responsibilities | Establishing policies, monitoring risk exposure, and implementing controls | Performing independent reviews, testing model assumptions, and validating outputs |
| Work Environment | Risk management teams, compliance departments, regulatory interactions | Quantitative teams, model validation units, audit functions |
While Contract Model Risk Governance focuses on managing and overseeing risks related to contract models, Contract Model Validation involves the technical assessment and testing of those models to ensure their accuracy and reliability. Both roles are essential in a comprehensive risk management framework within financial institutions and industries relying on contract models.

Full-time
Posted 14 days ago
Job description
Purpose:
The AVP Operational and Model Risk plays a critical leadership role in advancing Athene's Operational and Model Risk Management frameworks. This role is responsible for driving consistent, high-quality execution of risk practices across the organization while partnering closely with business and functional leaders to strengthen risk identification, governance, and decision-making.
As part of Athene's broader risk organization, and backed by the scale and capabilities of Apollo, this role offers the opportunity to influence risk strategy across a complex, fast-growing platform. The ideal candidate brings a balance of technical risk expertise, leadership capability, and a proactive mindset to continuously enhance risk frameworks and drive meaningful business impact.
Accountabilities:
- Lead the execution and continuous enhancement of Operational and Model Risk Management frameworks, ensuring consistent application across business units and alignment with risk appetite and regulatory expectations
- Oversee operational risk assessments, incident and issue management, and risk monitoring activities, identifying key themes, emerging risks, and opportunities for improved controls and mitigation
- Drive model risk governance processes, including oversight of model inventory, validation activities, and lifecycle management, ensuring robust documentation, transparency, and audit readiness
- Partner with business leaders, actuarial, and functional stakeholders to provide effective challenge, support risk-informed decision-making, and ensure strong adoption of risk practices
- Lead the development of clear, decision-useful reporting and insights for senior leadership and risk governance forums, including committees and regulatory engagements
- Drive improvements to risk systems, tools, and processes, including the adoption of technology and AI-enabled capabilities to enhance efficiency, scalability, and transparency
- Lead, develop, and coach a high-performing team, fostering a strong risk culture, accountability, and continuous learning across the function
- Serve on the cross-functional AI forums, providing an Operational Risk perspective on the evaluation, adoption, and governance of AI and machine learning tools.
Qualifications and Experience:
- 8+ years of relevant experience in operational risk, model risk, or related disciplines within financial services or insurance, including direct or indirect people leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of operational and model risk frameworks, including risk assessment, incident management, and model lifecycle governance
- Proven ability to influence stakeholders and provide effective challenge in a complex, cross-functional environment
- Experience driving process improvements, governance enhancements, or risk framework maturity initiatives
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or related field; advanced degree preferred
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