Skipton Building Society
Senior Model Validation Analyst
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Senior Model Validation Analyst
Senior Model Validation Analyst Skipton Building Society – Permanent, Full-Time (35 hrs/week, blended working)
Job Introduction Skipton Building Society has an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Senior Model Validation Analyst. You will be validating the models and algorithms that support critical business decisions. Your role requires you to provide independent assurance on strategic models, delivering clear insights and challenge to stakeholders while combining technical expertise, commercial awareness, and strong influencing skills. Your work will drive effective decision-making and robust governance.
What You’ll Do
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Conduct independent validation of the Society’s key models using quantitative and qualitative testing to assess performance, design, deployment, and monitoring.
- Support the tracking and management of Model Risk across Skipton.
- Write clear validation reports and stakeholder communications, including presentations to senior stakeholders at the Model Risk Committee.
- Build and maintain strong relationships across the business by being recognised as a highly credible individual who can communicate complex concepts clearly.
- Support model-related internal and external audits.
What You’ll Need
We’re looking for:
- Knowledge of model validation techniques, including:
- Desktop reviews
- Statistical testing
- Challenge-based model development
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An ability to critically analyse and validate complex statistical models across a range of business areas, using a balance of business/regulatory knowledge and statistical rigour.
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Awareness of model-related regulation, such as SS1/23.
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A degree in a mathematical or analytical field.
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Experience operating in assurance capacities and working with other providers (e.g. Internal and External Audit).
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Strong data science skills, covering the analytical lifecycle.
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Technical expertise in at least one of:
- Python
- Excel
- SAS
- SQL (with an aptitude for learning additional analytical tools).
Hours & Working Arrangement
- Permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week).
- Blended working: Three days in office (Skipton HQ) and two days remote.
Closing Date
Thursday, 16 July 2026
What’s In It For You
We make life better—for our members and our colleagues. Here’s how we show our appreciation:
- Annual discretionary bonus scheme
- 25 days’ standard annual leave + bank holidays (plus 1 day per year of service, max 30 days)
- Matching employer pension contribution (up to 10% annual)
- Colleague Mortgages & discounted rates on Skipton products/services
- Flexible working to support your personal commitments
- Private medical insurance, health/wellbeing app, volunteering support, cycle-to-work scheme
- Discounted gym membership
- Lifestyle perks (Home and Tech voucher to use at John Lewis, Currys, or IKEA).
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About Skipton
Founded in 1853, Skipton is a mutual, meaning our 250,000+ members own the business—our priorities are theirs. Today, we extend across England and Scotland, supporting over a million members with their financial futures.
What makes us different? We’re not tied to shareholder interests—you, the team, and our purpose drive everything. Using a ** balaasal:
- Team-first culture: "We talk and listen to make decisions together."
- Inclusivity enabled by colleague networks.
- Wellbeing focus ideal through five core pillars of support (mental health, fitness, financial guidance, community, and fun).
At Skipton, you can grow professionally while shaping what’s possible for others.
Why Work Here?
This isn’t just a job—it’s an opportunity for meaning and impact.
- A mutual’s values matter: No shareholders; your objectives define ours.
- Sustainability at the core: We invest in long-term futures for colleagues and the business.
- You’ll be supported through your career, bringing fresh ideas as we keep members’ needs at heart.
Not another building society. Another choice.
So, if you…
…Care about meaningful work, …Seek a culture of fairness, …Bring curiosity and drive,
…this is your place. Apply now—you don’t need to tick every box to fit.
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