Lead Manager – Financial Modelling, ALM

Are you a passionate about making a difference, using your technical skills collaboratively to deliver real change? If so, we may have the role for you!

We are thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity for a Lead Manager - Financial Modelling (Asset & Liability Management) to join our team in Financial Modelling. In this role, you will lead the review and redevelopment of Asset and Liability Management (ALM) models to meet the requirements of the ALM team and the internal governance processes, while supporting the team with their wider deliverables. This is an exciting time to join the team, as the Society embarks on an ambitious growth plan, Financial Modelling will be at the heart of enabling that growth through transforming the modelling landscape.

This is a hybrid role; remote working and a small amount of onsite presence in our central Leeds office.

About the role

As an ALM modelling subject matter expert, you will ultimately be responsible for the design, development and maintenance of the key ALM models and processes which are used by the Society. You will -

• Embed the ALM Model suite into the Society’s model and data landscape

• Design, develop and deliver model changes and redevelopments as required to meet the ALM modelling requirements

• Ensure robust controls and comprehensive documentation exists and meet all internal policies and standards

• Work with the ALM team to support appropriate model use and understanding of controls, while ensuring they deliver appropriate requirements for model build

• Collaborate with other members of the team to ensure developments fit within the established model and data landscape and support on wider team developments

• Each of these areas will involve working closely with other teams within Finance so developing and maintaining this engagement will be an important aspect of the role

About you

What will you bring to the role?

• Proven experience working with ALM models within financial services and forecasting the balance sheet

• Experience of data manipulation and modelling using SQL and Excel

• Strong communication, engagement and influencing skills - demonstrating the ability to engage at senior level (up to executive level)

• Strong thought leadership experience in terms of owning the delivery of projects, managing competing priorities and coaching more junior members of the team

• People leadership experience

• Good understanding of how financial products perform, particularly mortgages, savings and treasury instruments (including interest rate swaps and managing interest rate risk)

Desirable skills

• Experience of using Python, VBA or other forecasting software

• Knowledge of balance sheet risk metrics and how to model these

• Broader knowledge of financial services and the building society business model

• Experience/ knowledge in statistical modelling (for example, logistic regression)

About us

At YBS we don’t have shareholders, we have members. We care about people and that includes you. So here, you’ll be respected for who you are, you’ll be able to bring your whole self to work, and you’ll have everything you need to build a long and rewarding career.

Flexibility. We offer a range of flexible working options without unsocial hours, which can help you find a healthy work-life balance. Whether it’s finishing early for an appointment or fitting your studies and hobbies in around your working hours, we can help make it work for you.

Development. We want you to feel challenged here. Whatever your ambitions, we’re committed to helping you develop your skills and move ahead in your career journey. From day one, we’ll set you up for success with a brilliant induction and full training plan, all designed to get you up to speed quickly.

Inclusivity. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. If you’ll go the extra mile to help our members, you’ll fit right in and feel you belong here.

About our Benefits

We offer lots of fantastic rewards that you can make the most of in and out of work, including:

• Holiday. You’ll get 25 days plus Bank Holidays, as well as the option to buy up to a further 5 days.

• Bonus. At YBS we work collaboratively and share in our success together, so when we reach our goals were all rewarded with an on target bonus of 7% of eligible pay (with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum 15%).

• Pension. We know how important it is to save towards the future, that’s why we’ll contribute up 11% into your YBS pension.

• Healthcare. Health and wellbeing are an important part of life at YBS, when you join us you’ll have access to a range of health benefits to suit your life including private medical insurance, dental and healthcare plans.

• My Benefits. When you join YBS you’ll have access to our self-service benefits portal, where you can access a range of retail, hospitality and health discounts.

Ready to apply?

If you’re excited about this role and want to be part of the YBS team, apply now to send us your application.

Want more information?

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Mike Peel on careers@ybs.co.uk

Please note applications are reviewed frequently therefore this role may close prior to the advertised closing date