Remote Finance Model Prompt Evaluator - AI Trainer ($50-$80 per hour)
Mercor, Compton, CA, United States
Overview
Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.
The Model Validation Director is expected to lead and execute model validation testing processes on systems which support Financial Crime programs, including transaction monitoring, customer risk assessment/rating, fraud detection and watchlist screening/interdiction systems.
Responsibilities
Designing and/or updating testing strategies (data quality testing, data reconciliation, above‑the‑line and below‑the‑line testing, statistical analysis) to aid in the independent validation of financial crimes detection and sanctions screening models.
Conduct conceptual design review, control operating effectiveness testing, and/or issue validation testing.
Execute analytical projects working closely with senior stakeholders and clients to deliver value to financial institution clients.
Determine hybrid or remote location considerations.
Conduct model validation, implementation, tuning and optimization of AML and sanctions models.
Conduct data validation exercises such as data quality testing and data reconciliation.
Develop test scripts corresponding to the scope of the testing engagement and business expectations.
Conduct statistical analysis, outlier detection, sensitivity analysis, above‑the‑line and below‑the‑line testing on financial transaction data, transaction monitoring alert data and sanctions screening alert data.
Track and validate the implementation of remedial actions and follow up as necessary.
Monitor regulatory activities and industry developments to identify trends and emerging issues.
Build, enhance or localise model risk management programmes including coverage assessments, change management, access management procedures, internal controls and transaction monitoring and watchlist systems.
Assist clients with day‑to‑day compliance requirements.
Serve as subject‑matter expert to customers.
Assist with cultivating new business with existing and new clients, participating in proposal development and networking.
Requirements
Bachelor’s and/or advanced degree with a concentration in Data Management or Analytics; Finance; Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or Statistics/Mathematics.
Experience with data extraction and analysis tools such as SQL/Python.
5+ years of experience within the Financial Crime industry.
5+ years of model validation, AML system implementation, data lineage or quality testing experience.
Basic knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
Demonstrated experience with data analysis, business analysis and data validation activities with financial services institutions.
Experience performing independent testing on models, including an understanding of risks/controls and experience documenting testing within workpapers.
Experience executing model validations of financial crime systems including but not limited to: Verafin, Actimize, BAM/BAM+, YellowHammer, FCRM, FinanSeer, FiServ, Lexis‑Nexis Bridger, FircoSoft, Quantexa, Palantir, Accuity, RDC and others.
Knowledge of banking and compliance systems.
Experience working in a result‑driven environment within a team environment.
Strong organisational, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Ability to engage with stakeholders to collect information, identify issues and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
Highly effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of management.
Strong teamwork, communication and customer service skills.
Strong analytical, attention to detail, organisational and core project management skills.
Knowledge of data cleansing and integration challenges in Python and/or SQL.
Ability to work with IT and business personnel.
Applicants must be authorised to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred
Prior professional services/consulting firm experience.
Experience visualising and communicating analytical results using technologies such as Tableau, Power BI, Cognos, QlikView, Spotfire and D3.
Location & Compensation Ideally this role will be hybrid based out of one of our locations; however, remote locations will be considered on a case‑to‑case basis.
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Colorado or New York, Ankura is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The disclosed range estimate is specific to the said markets and considers a broad range of factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications and other business and organisational needs. At Ankura, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each role. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range is between $85,000 and $200,000; this range is not a promise of a particular wage.
Equal Opportunity Employer Ankura is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, if you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, submit an online application or participate in an interview/assessment, please email accommodations@ankura.com or call toll‑free +1.312‑583‑2122. This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from applying online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues unrelated to a disability, will not receive a response.
Ankura Consulting Group, LLC is an independent global expert services and advisory firm that delivers services and end‑to‑end solutions to help clients at critical inflection points related to conflict, crisis, performance, risk, strategy and transformation.
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The Model Validation Director is expected to lead and execute model validation testing processes on systems which support Financial Crime programs, including transaction monitoring, customer risk assessment/rating, fraud detection and watchlist screening/interdiction systems.
Responsibilities
Designing and/or updating testing strategies (data quality testing, data reconciliation, above‑the‑line and below‑the‑line testing, statistical analysis) to aid in the independent validation of financial crimes detection and sanctions screening models.
Conduct conceptual design review, control operating effectiveness testing, and/or issue validation testing.
Execute analytical projects working closely with senior stakeholders and clients to deliver value to financial institution clients.
Determine hybrid or remote location considerations.
Conduct model validation, implementation, tuning and optimization of AML and sanctions models.
Conduct data validation exercises such as data quality testing and data reconciliation.
Develop test scripts corresponding to the scope of the testing engagement and business expectations.
Conduct statistical analysis, outlier detection, sensitivity analysis, above‑the‑line and below‑the‑line testing on financial transaction data, transaction monitoring alert data and sanctions screening alert data.
Track and validate the implementation of remedial actions and follow up as necessary.
Monitor regulatory activities and industry developments to identify trends and emerging issues.
Build, enhance or localise model risk management programmes including coverage assessments, change management, access management procedures, internal controls and transaction monitoring and watchlist systems.
Assist clients with day‑to‑day compliance requirements.
Serve as subject‑matter expert to customers.
Assist with cultivating new business with existing and new clients, participating in proposal development and networking.
Requirements
Bachelor’s and/or advanced degree with a concentration in Data Management or Analytics; Finance; Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or Statistics/Mathematics.
Experience with data extraction and analysis tools such as SQL/Python.
5+ years of experience within the Financial Crime industry.
5+ years of model validation, AML system implementation, data lineage or quality testing experience.
Basic knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
Demonstrated experience with data analysis, business analysis and data validation activities with financial services institutions.
Experience performing independent testing on models, including an understanding of risks/controls and experience documenting testing within workpapers.
Experience executing model validations of financial crime systems including but not limited to: Verafin, Actimize, BAM/BAM+, YellowHammer, FCRM, FinanSeer, FiServ, Lexis‑Nexis Bridger, FircoSoft, Quantexa, Palantir, Accuity, RDC and others.
Knowledge of banking and compliance systems.
Experience working in a result‑driven environment within a team environment.
Strong organisational, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Ability to engage with stakeholders to collect information, identify issues and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
Highly effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of management.
Strong teamwork, communication and customer service skills.
Strong analytical, attention to detail, organisational and core project management skills.
Knowledge of data cleansing and integration challenges in Python and/or SQL.
Ability to work with IT and business personnel.
Applicants must be authorised to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred
Prior professional services/consulting firm experience.
Experience visualising and communicating analytical results using technologies such as Tableau, Power BI, Cognos, QlikView, Spotfire and D3.
Location & Compensation Ideally this role will be hybrid based out of one of our locations; however, remote locations will be considered on a case‑to‑case basis.
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Colorado or New York, Ankura is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The disclosed range estimate is specific to the said markets and considers a broad range of factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications and other business and organisational needs. At Ankura, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each role. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range is between $85,000 and $200,000; this range is not a promise of a particular wage.
Equal Opportunity Employer Ankura is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, if you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, submit an online application or participate in an interview/assessment, please email accommodations@ankura.com or call toll‑free +1.312‑583‑2122. This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from applying online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues unrelated to a disability, will not receive a response.
Ankura Consulting Group, LLC is an independent global expert services and advisory firm that delivers services and end‑to‑end solutions to help clients at critical inflection points related to conflict, crisis, performance, risk, strategy and transformation.
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