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Model Risk Specialist (Data Scientist)
FirstRand Bank Limited
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sandton, South-Africa
Location
sandton
Posted
June 07, 2026
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Job Description
Exciting new opportunity in Enterprise Risk Management to join the Model Risk team.
Role Purpose
We are looking for a Model Risk Specialist/Data Scientist who can leverage a strong understanding of various models to perform the following tasks:
- Model independent validation and model risk management
- Review and/or reperform the model building process
- Document and communicate independent validation findings, corrective actions and advise on model appropriateness
- Assess the adequacy and/or best practice in strategy, frameworks, policies and business process alignment to modelling practice
- Present independent validation outcomes and corrective actions to the designated validations committee
- Communicate effectively and maintain a good relationship with key stakeholders
- Optimize processes through continuous updates to frameworks and governance design
Education & Qualifications
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