Risk Modelling Manager in Newcastle upon Tyne

Risk Modelling Manager in Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle upon Tyne Full-Time 60000 - 75000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Leeds Building Society

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the development and enhancement of credit risk models for informed decision-making.
  • Company: Join a purpose-driven organisation focused on making home ownership accessible.
  • Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, annual bonuses, generous holiday, and pension contributions.
  • Other info: Be part of an inclusive culture with excellent career development opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a role that shapes financial futures for many.
  • Qualifications: Experience in credit risk modelling and strong leadership skills required.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 Β£ per year.

We've been helping our members save for their future and buy their own home since 1875. Join us and you'll play a big role in helping us to put home ownership within reach of more people, generation after generation.

It's a purpose that drives everything we do. And you can play your part too we are looking for an experienced Risk Modelling Manager to help shape, strengthen and continuously improve our credit risk modelling capability.

This is a key role in our Risk Modelling & Measurement team, where you'll lead the development, enhancement, monitoring and documentation of credit risk models that support sound decision-making, regulatory compliance and effective model risk management. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across the Society, translating complex technical insight into clear, practical recommendations that support our strategic priorities and help strengthen the policies, standards and frameworks that underpin robust model risk management. You'll also coach colleagues to build capability, performance and engagement across the team.

What will you bring to the role?

  • Substantial experience of credit risk model development.
  • Ability to communicate complex and technical information and, where appropriate, translate messaging for a non-technical audience.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to role model, care, connect and coach to drive performance, change, positive engagement and deliver against challenging objectives.
  • Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail.
  • High quality documentation skills.
  • UK Banking Experience.

And in return, you'll get the best from us:

  • Hybrid working 2 days per week in the office.
  • Annual bonus of up to 12%.
  • Matched pension contributions up to 10%.
  • 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays and holiday purchase scheme.
  • Colleague Mortgage and Saver products.
  • 2 days' volunteering per year.

We'll give you a place to belong with the support to learn, develop and shape a meaningful career.

Why choose us?

Our business is centred around our people. Our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do, as shown by our Inclusive Employers Gold accreditation in 2023 and 2025. We're committed to equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

You'll be joining a truly purpose-focused culture which helped us win the Leading with Purpose award at the 2023 Business Culture Awards. This recognises how we've embedded our purpose with our colleagues, and the actions we've taken to put home ownership within reach of more people, generation after generation.

We'd love to hear from you. But don't wait around - we may close the advert early and we'd hate for you to miss out.

We're devoted to creating a culture and workplace that is representative of the communities we serve. If you'd like to work with us but are unsure if you meet the full criteria for a role, please contact the recruiter so we can find out more about your skills and experience. We're committed to supporting you to be at your best - to discuss any reasonable adjustments we could make, please contact us.

Leeds Building Society

Contact Details:

Leeds Building Society Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Risk Modelling Manager in Newcastle upon Tyne

Credit Risk Model Development
Analytical Skills
Attention to Detail
Communication Skills
Leadership Skills
Coaching Skills
Documentation Skills