Risk Model Management Specialist

Avaron AB

. Lead the development and validation of transaction monitoring models .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeCopenhagen • DenmarkMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in model risk management, model governance, and validation, with a strong foundation in data science and quantitative methods. Proficient in analytical methodologies and effective communication with stakeholders.

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Model Risk ManagementModel GovernanceData ScienceQuantitative MethodsModel Validation

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Hard Skills

Model DevelopmentValidation AssessmentsExperimental DesignStatistical AnalysisTechnical WritingAnalytical MethodologiesData LineageTuning and CalibrationModel DocumentationProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsStakeholder ManagementProactive WorkingMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Transaction Monitoring PlatformsQuantexa

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Degree in Quantitative Field

Industry Keywords

Financial CrimeAMLTransaction Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and validation of transaction monitoring models
Drive model governance activities within the Transaction Monitoring Unit
Conduct validation assessments and implement 2nd line feedback
Set direction for model development and experimental design
Document model design and outcomes
Assess assumptions, limitations and weaknesses with the analytics team
Support prototyping tests and analytical methodologies
Design, test and implement model SOPs, including data lineage and governance, tuning and calibration, and monitoring of model operations and outcomes
Mentor colleagues in the analytics team
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
Represent the organisation with professionalism and clarity

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive experience in model risk management, model governance, and validation
Strong background in data science, statistics and quantitative methods
Experience in academic or technical writing, particularly in the context of model documentation
Advanced degree in a quantitative field, such as Computer Science, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or equivalent
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills
Structured, professional and proactive way of working
Comfortable taking initiative under your own direction
Clear and assertive communication skills
Ability to set direction and create results in a changing environment
Fluent English
Experience in Financial Crime/AML, for example within transaction monitoring or related technology suppliers (nice to have)
Experience with transaction monitoring platforms such as Quantexa (nice to have)
Experience as a model validator or quantitative risk analyst (nice to have)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Permanent employment at Avaron AB
Occupational pension
Wellness allowance of SEK 5,000 per year
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