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Job ID : 1621466 Date Updated : November 5th, 2026

Senior Model Risk Management

Hiring Company Global Financial Institution
Location Tokyo - 23 Wards
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience

Job Description

- Lead and support projects to implement and expand a model risk management framework across business units and affiliated entities.
- Coordinate with stakeholders across functions to establish effective model risk governance and oversight processes.
- Contribute to the adoption of risk-based model risk management practices aligned with domestic and international regulatory expectations.
- Validate models used within the wealth management business and assess model performance, assumptions, limitations and associated risks.
- Conduct quantitative analysis relating to model characteristics and model risk assessment activities.
- Prepare documentation, reports and recommendations for stakeholders and senior management.
- Facilitate discussions, drive consensus and support decision-making among diverse stakeholder groups.
- Monitor implementation progress and help ensure that model risk management standards are applied consistently across the organisation.

Employee Benefits:
Social insurance and statutory benefits in accordance with Japanese law. Additional benefits are available and can be discussed during the recruitment process.

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level Over 3 years
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level Business Level
Minimum Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

- Ability to perform quantitative analysis and assess model characteristics and related risks.
- Strong Excel-based analytical skills.
- Ability to prepare documentation and communicate effectively in both Japanese and English.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.
- A proactive, persistent and professional approach to driving discussions, building consensus and advancing projects.
- Experience related to model risk or Market Risk management within a financial institution or consulting firm.

Job Location

  • Tokyo - 23 Wards

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience
Industry Other

Job Category