Assistant Manager, Model Validation Quant

Responsibilities

• An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated applicant to join the Model Risk Office at Lloyds Banking Group. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in a changing and challenging environment, which offers considerable scope for personal development.
• Day to day, responsibilities include:
• Deliver in-depth theoretical assessments of pricing models across various asset classes.
• Independently benchmark Front Office pricing models using C++ and Python.
• Perform qualitative analyses and stress tests to measure model performance.
• Compile comprehensive validation reports that clearly detail your findings and recommendations.
• Develop, enhance, and maintain internal tools that support and streamline the model validation process, contributing to the team's overall efficiency and impact.
• Why join us?
• We're transforming at pace. Investing billions in our people, data and tech to change the way we meet the needs of our 28 million customers. We're growing, and we'd love you to be part of the journey.
• What we're looking for?
• A Master's degree or higher in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Quantitative Finance) or equivalent experience in a quantitative role.
• A solid theoretical understanding of, and familiarity with, derivative pricing models, stochastic calculus, partial differential equations and Monte Carlo methods.
• Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex mathematical concepts clearly and concisely.
• The ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and perform well under time pressure.
• And any experience of these would be great
• Prior experience in a Model Validation or Front Office Quant role.
• Programming experience in C++ and/or Python including library architecture design.
• Strong understanding of financial derivatives and risk modelling.
• Ability to critically evaluate model performance and identify limitations.
• Familiarity with regulatory expectations related to model risk.
• W e know that great talent comes from many backgrounds. Whilst this job advert may reference specific years of experience, we recognise that skills are developed in many ways, so if you have relevant, transferable experience, we encourage you to apply.
• This is a place for you
• We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:
• A generous pension contribution of up to 15%
• An annual performance-related bonus
• Share schemes including free shares
• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
• 28 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top
• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies
• Ready for a career where you can have a positive impact as you learn, grow and thrive? Apply today and find out more.

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End Date Thursday 25 June 2026 Salary Range £65,304 - £72,560 We support flexible working - click here for more information on flexible working options Flexible Working Options Hybrid Working, Job Share Job Description Summary JOB TITLE: Assistant Manager, Model Validation Quant SALARY: £65,304 - £72,560 LOCATION: London HOURS: Full-time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites. Colleagues with disabilities can be supported with workplace adjustments including hybrid working expectations in line with our Flexibility Works policy. Job Description

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