About this role
Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Belonging at AbsaAbsa is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds. In support of our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) commitments and Employment Equity objectives, preference may be given to candidates from underrepresented designated groups, including persons with disabilities. We encourage applicants who may require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process to let us know so that appropriate support can be provided.Job SummaryJoin a diverse team of dynamic model developers. We are looking for experienced Model Development Managers with a strong quantitative background in developing PD, LGD and EAD models for Regulatory Capital and IFRS9 impairments within a banking or consulting environment.Job DescriptionAccountabilities:Take ownership of the full end-to-end model development lifecycle, including development, implementation and governance, to meet relevant business-as-usual and project timelinesLead the development, calibration, enhancement and documentation of PD, LGD and EAD models for Regulatory Capital and IFRS9 purposesManage delivery timelines, priorities and dependencies across multiple modelling initiativesEnsure that all model development activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, risk management frameworks and internal policies and standardsUnderstand and manage risks and risk events (incidents) relevant to the model development processWork closely with model validation, credit, finance, audit and other stakeholders to support model governance and implementation requirementsProvide directional expertise to enhance model building skills across the team, including transferring knowledge and experience to junior team members and peersSupport mentoring, performance management, talent management and succession planning within the teamKeep up with industry trends, emerging modelling methodologies and regulatory developments to ensure increased capability and capacity to build robust modelsContribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the broader modelling and risk environmentQualification and Experience:BSc/MSc Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics, Statistics or Actuarial Science A minimum of 3–4 years hands-on model development experience in credit risk modelling, specifically across PD, LGD and/or EAD models.At least 2 years’ experience managing model development teams and/or leading model development projects.Proven experience managing the full end-to-end model development lifecycle, including development, implementation, monitoring and governance.Strong understanding of Regulatory Capital and IFRS9 frameworks and associated modelling requirements.Experience mentoring and developing junior analysts within a model development environment.Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.EducationBachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)
- LOCATION
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- WORK MODE
- Hybrid
- JOB TYPE
- Full-time
- POSTED
- 16 Oct 2026
Source: ABSA Careers