Model Risk Quantitative Analyst 100% (f/m/d)

At Julius Baer, we celebrate and value the individual qualities you bring, enabling you to be impactful, to be entrepreneurial, to be empowered, and to create value beyond wealth. Let’s shape the future of wealth management together.Model Validation & Trade Approval team is part of Market & Treasury Risk and is responsible for independent validation, governance, and ongoing performance assessment of valuation models. Moreover, Model Validation & Trade Approval team is responsible to assessing and challenging model uncertainty and valuation risk drivers that contribute to Model Risk valuation adjustments under Prudent Valuation regulations.The candidate will evaluate and examine modelling assumptions, calibration methodologies, and valuation frameworks to ensure robust model governance and prudent valuation practices.YOUR CHALLENGEPerform independent validation of pricing and valuation models used cross rates, credit, FX, derivatives, fixed income, and structured productsInvolvement in New Product Approval process, serving as the gatekeeper for model risk, ensuring that pricing models are robust, well-understood, and subject to appropriate controls and oversight, with a thorough assessment of their conceptual soundness, implementation quality and compliance with the internal governance standards before the product is cleared for launchSupport Additional Valuation Adjustment (AVA) calculations rising from Model Risk by executing model performance monitoring and period reviewsCollaborate with Front Office Quants, Market Risk, Product Control, Finance to ensure that valuation methodologies remain robust, transparent, and compliant with internal policies and regulatory requirementsYOUR PROFILEAdvances degree (Master or PhD) in Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or a related quantitative disciplineStrong knowledge of financial products and pricing models across multiple asset classes.Strong programming knowledge, preferably Python and JavaPrior experience in model validation, quantitative research or Front Office Quantitative Development with a deep understanding of model risk managementKnowledge of Additional Valuation Adjustments (AVA) and prudent valuation frameworks is a plusA strong aptitude for analytical thinking and problem solving, with the ability to identify material model risks and valuation uncertainty, and formulate well-supported validation conclusionsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of working effectively with Front Office Quants, Trading, Market Risk, Product Control, Finance while translating complex quantitative concepts into clear and actionable recommendationsThe international reference in wealth management Julius Baer is the leading Swiss wealth management group. We focus on servicing and advising sophisticated private clients from around the world, taking into account what truly matters to them – in their business and personal life, today and for future generations. Headquartered in Zurich, we are present in around 60 locations worldwide, including Bangkok, Dubai, Dublin, Frankfurt, Geneva, Hong Kong, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Mexico City, Milan, Monaco, Mumbai, Santiago de Chile, Shanghai, Singapore, Tel Aviv, and Tokyo.Why join Julius Baer?At Julius Baer our employees enjoy the benefits of a global company with the support and collegiality of a much smaller one. We are growing quickly, but we remain dedicated to maintaining our accessible structure with flat hierarchies, and approachable and supportive leaders. With offices around the world, we offer an international and stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with a diverse team of highly motivated colleagues, bringing the best of the bank to our clients. Our core values of Care, Passion, and Excellence define the tone of how we interact with each other and our partners.Committed to your successWhether nurturing young talent with our renowned apprentice scheme, enabling ambitious university graduates to put theory into practice with our Graduate Programme, or providing first-class opportunities for experienced professionals, we look after our employees. We believe in continuous learning as a company and as individuals, which is why we put a focus on the health and well-being of our employees and offer flexible working options, a wide array of benefits, and extensive career development programmes.For more information visit or contact us via the Contact Form. #J-18808-Ljbffr