Sr Modeler- AML

Company: ADS Alliance Data Systems
Location: Columbus
Posted on: January 14, 2021

Job Description:

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doingJob SummaryThis role sits within the Model Center of Excellence team. The Model Center of Excellence drives model optimization & ensures integrity for 150 models and tools across all segments of the business. The Model COE manages this through multiple teams of cross functional experts being engaged in all elements of the model lifecycle including development, testing, documentation, implementation, performance testing, and enhancement. They work closely with the Model Risk Management group during model validations, annual reviews, and maintenance & monitoring assessments. They are actively engaged with risk and operations leaders to identify opportunities provide solutions through model development and mitigate risk through model optimization.The Sr Analyst, Data Scientist --- AML specializes in supporting Anti Money Laundering models including but not limited to Suspicious Activity Monitoring (SAM), Customer Due Diligence (CDD), and Watch List Filtering (WLF). They use specialized knowledge, skills, training and/or certifications to explore, interpret and explain data to stakeholders of all levels. The position works closely with the BSA/AML officer and team to understand business needs, formulate solutions and thoroughly document processes. This role is the primary driver of regular model tuning and partnering with the Model Risk Management team to provide validation materials and resolve findings or deficiencies. They will use statistical techniques to interpret risk and/or develop solutions for business consumption. Leads projects of moderate scope and complexity and serves as a technical advisor to various processes. Works with stakeholders regarding ad-hoc reporting. Resolves or recommends solutions to complex problems. The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding and extensive hands on experience developing machine learning solutions. The candidate must have experience with analytical toolsets understanding how to extract and interpret complex data sets to inform business decisions. The candidate must have experience using analytical toolsets in creating proof of concept to production deliver solutions.Job DescriptionEssential Job FunctionsModel Tuning --- Develops, documents, and executes model tuning processes for the AML suite of models. Responsible for executing analysis to determine when tuning is required and working with BSA/AML leaders to document that decision process and implementation.Model Development --- Leads and prioritizes efforts within the team in developing models for related business partners. Manages competing priorities and deliverable schedules to ensure on time delivery while adhering to the model risk framework. Model Maintenance & Monitoring --- Beyond model tuning, leads in depth reviews and testing of model performance and quality assurance of model changes. In conjunction with regulatory guidance, develops the performance monitoring tools and templates to ensure model integrity. Provides effective challenge in the design and implementation efforts to ensure models meet the needs of the multiple users making decisions based on the final reporting and summary statements. Documentation - Partners with internal customers to document model theory, policies, procedures, and other work flows as necessary. Manages the periodic updates of assumptions, formatting, and new model version publication. Develop, support and maintain testing reporting for supported models. Oversee reporting and tracking of model enhancements and validation progress.Audit --- Advises on establishment of audit schedules and assist in execution of the audit cadence for model use, validation, and access as part of the ongoing maintenance & monitoring plans.Reports to: Manager or higherWorking Conditions/ Physical Requirements: Normal office environment, some travel may be required.Direct Reports: N/AMinimum Qualifications:Masters Degree with an Analytical focus such as economics, statistics, business analytics, or other quantitative field or equivalent experienceFour or more years work experience to include at least two years of Anti Money Laundering Model monitoring, Model tuning & documentation, andData AnalyticsPreferred Experience:PhD Statistics or with an Analytical focus such as economics, statistics, or other quantitative fieldSix or more years of work experience to include some experience with Actimize AML tools; Analytical and behavioral targeting; Working with large data sets terabyte or larger; Machine learning model development and/or monitoringEducation:Doctorate/PhD, Master---s Degree (Required)Certifications:Work ExperienceFour or more yearsSkillsAnti-Money Laundering, Behavioral Targeting, Big Data, Data Analytics, Data Mining, Machine Learning, Microsoft Excel, Model Development, Model Tuning, Python, Regulatory Reporting, SAS, Statistical Models, Suspicious Activity ReportsAlliance Data Card ServicesAlliance Data---s card services business develops market-leading private label, co-brand, and commercial credit card programs for many of the world's most recognizable brands. Through our branded credit programs, we help build more profitable relationships between our partners and their cardmembers, and drive lasting loyalty. Using the industry---s most comprehensive and predictive data set, advanced analytics, and broad-reaching capabilities, Alliance Data---s card services business has been helping partners increase sales and provide greater value to their cardmembers since 1986. We are proud to be part of the Alliance Data enterprise (NYSE: ADS), a FORTUNE 500 and S&P MidCap 400 company headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. To learn more, visit KnowMoreSellMore.com, follow us on Twitter Know_SellMore, and connect with us on LinkedIn at Alliance Data Card Services. Alliance Data offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive selection of benefit options including 401(k).All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of credit and background checks.Alliance Data is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Alliance Data will provide accommodations to applicants needing accommodations to complete the application process.Any applicant offered employment will be required to establish that they are legally authorized to work in the United States for Alliance Data.Alliance Data participates in E-Verify.Alliance Data will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal and credit histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws, including the City of Los Angeles--- Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.Alliance Data complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended, and all applicable state/local laws. Applicants with disabilities may contact Alliance Data to request an arrange for accommodations. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact the Recruiting Team at TaOpsalliancedata.com.To learn more, visit Job Family: Data and AnalyticsJob Type:Regular Full time

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