Amsterdam
22 May 2026
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Head of Model Risk Management (MRM)

Ayvens

Head of Model Risk Management (MRM)

This role is for a Head of Model Risk Management (MRM) at Ayvens, a financial services company focused on sustainable mobility. The position requires leading MRM teams in Amsterdam and Paris, overseeing model risk governance, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates need 10+ years of experience in quantitative research or model risk management.

HybridFull-timeDirectorModel Risk ManagementRisk Governance

Salary

Not specified

Work Location

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands, NL

Work Model

Hybrid

Experience Required

10 years

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Minimum 10 years’ experience in quantitative research, model review, model governance, or quantitative audit

Core Qualifications

Technical (Must-have)
model risk managementrisk governancequantitative researchregulatory complianceAI governance
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationstakeholder managementanalytical skillsorganizational skillsproblem-solvingassertivenessproactiveflexibleteam-oriented
Tools (Must-have)
Microsoft Office SuiteExcelPowerPointWord

Preferred Qualifications

Technical (Nice-to-have)
PythonR
Tools (Nice-to-have)
governance risk & compliance toolsdata analysis softwarestatistical software

Key Responsibilities

  • Define, implement, and maintain Ayvens’ Model Risk Management (MRM) framework in line with SG Group policies.
  • Ensure consistent application of MRM principles across all entities, geographies, and model families.
  • Oversee the proper identification, classification, and documentation of all models.
  • Ensure models undergo independent review prior to use.
  • Oversee remediation plans arising from review findings.
  • Provide effective challenge to the first line of defense on model design choices.
  • Chair Model Approval Meetings and coordinate Ayvens Model Risk Management Committee.
  • Produce and present reporting on model risk exposure to Senior Management and Group governance.
  • Lead and develop MRM teams located in Paris and Amsterdam.
  • Monitor regulatory developments and ensure timely implementation of changes.
  • Act as primary contact for regulators and internal audit on model risk topics.
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