What does this job entail?
At KBC, we use a wide range of statistical models that are developed in-house. These models cover the domains of credit, markets, finance, asset management, and insurance. While they are often used for risk measurement purposes, they also serve many other business objectives. We develop these models using both traditional statistical techniques and AI-based approaches.
As a Model Validator within the Credit Risk domain, your core responsibility is to validate models from both a qualitative and quantitative perspective. You critically assess their design, challenge assumptions, and evaluate their performance. The result? Stronger, more reliable models that support sound decision-making across the organization.
What do we expect from you?
- Independently validate models from start to finish.
- Present your findings to model owners, Chief Risk Officers, and Chief Financial Officers. Based on your analyses and your understanding of regulations and business practices, you provide well-founded answers to questions such as: “Can we use this model? Does it perform as intended?”
- Collaborate regularly with colleagues in Belgium and abroad, and occasionally interact with external stakeholders such as auditors and regulators. This allows you to build a valuable professional network.
- Contribute to discussions on modelling methodologies and best practices.
Your key strengths?
- You hold a Master's degree or PhD in (applied) sciences such as Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or a related field. Experience in risk management or finance is considered a strong asset, but it is not required. We provide training and coaching to help you get started successfully.
- You have excellent communication skills in English.
- You are comfortable asking critical questions and enjoy exploring complex and challenging topics.
- Providing clear advice on complex matters comes naturally to you.
- You enjoy working independently while consistently respecting deadlines.
- Like your colleagues, you are eager to support others and continuously learn and grow in the workplace.
What can we offer you?
- Teamwork with an international dimension. Working with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and locations ensures that every day is both interesting and rewarding.
- You can choose your base location: Brussels, Ghent, or Leuven. All offices are easily accessible by public transport. In addition, you have the flexibility to work partly from home if you wish.
- Beyond on-the-job learning, we invest heavily in your growth through exceptional training and development opportunities. We encourage you to continue growing both personally and professionally.
- You will receive a permanent contract and a competitive salary, complemented by a broad range of fringe benefits.
- Thanks to flexible working hours, you can maintain a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
Can you help us make the difference?
Respect and inclusion are core values at KBC. We believe that the individuality of our employees and the diversity of our teams are key to achieving great things. That’s why we recruit new employees based on talent and motivation, regardless of their background or story.
We work closely together to be the reference in the financial sector by innovating, greening and connecting. Interested in joining a ‘Top Employer’ and contributing to new ideas and solutions that help our customers and society move forward?
If this ticks all your boxes, apply now so we can get to know you. And if there are any specific things you’d like us to consider in your application, please let us know. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
