A global financial institution is seeking an experienced Audit Director to lead model risk audit coverage across the organization. This role focuses on evaluating model risk management frameworks, AI governance, CCAR model controls, and regulatory compliance while partnering closely with business stakeholders, risk management teams, and senior leadership.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in model risk governance, regulatory expectations, and audit execution within complex banking or financial services environments.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead audits covering model risk management, model governance, AI risk frameworks, and quantitative risk processes
Evaluate the design and effectiveness of controls supporting model development, validation, implementation, monitoring, and governance
Direct audits from planning through reporting, including risk assessments, testing, issue identification, workpaper review, and report preparation
Assess compliance with regulatory guidance related to model risk management and governance frameworks
Review CCAR model governance, controls, documentation, and reporting processes
Support continuous monitoring activities and risk assessments across model risk and quantitative risk functions
Identify control weaknesses, governance gaps, and opportunities for process improvement
Communicate audit findings and recommendations to senior management, regulators, and business stakeholders
Assist with regulatory presentations, audit reporting, and strategic audit initiatives
Contribute to the development and expansion of model risk audit coverage and methodologies
Mentor junior audit staff and support audit team development
QUALIFICATIONS
Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Economics, or another quantitative discipline
7+ years of experience in Model Risk Audit, Internal Audit, Model Risk Management, Model Validation, or related quantitative risk functions
Minimum 4 years of hands-on audit experience within banking, financial services, or consulting environments
Strong knowledge of model risk management frameworks and governance practices
Experience auditing or overseeing CCAR models, stress testing frameworks, and model governance controls
Deep understanding of SR 11-7, SR 26-2, and related model risk regulatory guidance
Experience evaluating AI model governance, controls, and risk management frameworks preferred
Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, risk assessments, controls testing, and workpaper standards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical topics to senior stakeholders
Ability to work independently while collaborating across audit, risk, compliance, and business functions
Experience within banking, capital markets, or large financial institutions strongly preferred
Professional certifications such as FRM, CFA, CIA, CISA, or related credentials are a plus
Numbers & Facts
Location
Charlotte, NC
Skills
Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
Auditingunmatched
Banking Servicesunmatched
CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditorunmatched
Capital Marketsunmatched
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)unmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review (CCAR)unmatched
Consultingunmatched
Data Scienceunmatched
Design Evaluationunmatched
Document Managementunmatched
Economicsunmatched
Financeunmatched
Financial Servicesunmatched
Global Financial Marketsunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Internal Auditunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Management Strategyunmatched
Mathematicsunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Model Reviewunmatched
Model Validationunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Riskunmatched
Risk Analysisunmatched
Risk Managementunmatched
Risk Management Framework (RMF)unmatched
Risk Modelingunmatched
Statisticsunmatched
Stress Modelingunmatched
Stress Testingunmatched
Team Buildingunmatched
Technical Presentationunmatched
Testingunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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