Play an integral role in uplifting Kiwibank’s Model Risk Management practices

• Hybrid work environment with flexibility in how, when, and where you work, so you can balance your life
• One of the most comprehensive parental leave benefits available in Aotearoa
• Hybrid role based in Auckland or Wellington

This is us. Where you matter.

At Kiwibank, we’re driven by a powerful purpose - Kiwi making Kiwibetter off. We know we can only deliver on that by having strong foundations in place, like the models that guide our decisions, manage our risk, and shape our customer experience. That’s where you come in.

This is us. Where making an impact matters.

This is a new role in a newly established team. Join us and help shape the direction of model risk at Kiwibank. You’ll play a key role in building internal capability and supporting the uplift of model risk management practices across the bank.

You’ll lead independent validation of a broad range of models, from risk models to customer and financial valuation models, to ensure they’re conceptually sound, accurate, and aligned with our internal standards and regulatory requirements. You’ll also support the Model Risk Lead and contribute to enterprise-wide model risk activities, with a big-picture view of how model risk is managed across the bank.

You’ll collaborate with model owners, provide risk insights, and help shape the frameworks that guide how model risk is managed across the bank. Alongside the Model Risk Lead, you’ll support governance activities, contribute to committee reporting, and mentor junior team members, all while helping lift our model risk capability across Kiwibank.

This is us. Where your expertise matters.

At Kiwibank, we will help you build on your strengths and learn new skills. We would love to hear from you if you have some of the following:

• Previous experience in a similar role with a background in banking or consulting, ideally with exposure to model risk or model validation.
• A relevant quantitative degree such as Statistics, Econometrics, Mathematics, or similar.
• Skilled in programming languages like Python, R, SQL, or SAS.
• A strong understanding of risk, financial, and customer models.
• A good grasp of prudential and regulatory requirements.
• A collaborative mindset and comfort working across teams.
• Confidence in working with large datasets and presenting complex data in a clear, meaningful way to a variety of audiences.
• Proven ability to write high-quality reports and papers for senior stakeholders.

You do not need to tick every box here to be considered!

Apply Now – applications close on 14 May 2025. We will be reviewing resumes throughout the advertising period and may withdraw the ad at any time.

For more detailed information on the role, please see the attached Position Description: PD Senior Model Validation Analyst

This is us. Where you and your whānau matter.

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