Senior Specialist, Quantitative Model Developer

BNY Mellon

$100K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in a quantitative discipline (Economics, Econometrics, Quantitative Finance, Statistics, Mathematics) required; PhD is a plus.
  • 2+ years of relevant experience in research, forecasting, or business analytics in financial institutions, consulting, or central banks.
  • Strong background in forecasting and statistical analysis for macroeconomic or financial modeling is beneficial.
  • Proficient in programming languages/statistical software (e.g., R, Python, EViews, Stata) with strong documentation skills.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to synthesize and summarize complex data effectively.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance macroeconomic forecasting methodologies.
  • Execute macroeconomic forecasts in collaboration with various stakeholders and forecasting partners.
  • Manage incoming questions and ad-hoc requests while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Engage in regular written and verbal communications with modelers and other bank units.
  • Utilize strong interpersonal skills to navigate a multi-priority environment effectively.

Benefits

  • Access to flexible global resources for personal and professional growth.
  • Support for health and well-being, fostering personal resilience.
  • Generous paid leave policies, including paid volunteer time.
  • Eligibility for a 401(k) plan and participation in medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and dependents.
Full Job Description
Job Description

We're seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Specialist, Quantitative Model Developer to join our Economic Forecasting team. This role is located in Pittsburgh, PA or Lake Mary, FL.

The Economic Forecasting Group (EFG) is part of the Risk Modeling and Analytics (RMA) group within the Risk & Compliance (R&C) division of the Bank of New York (BNY). EFG is responsible for scenario design and expansion in support of several exercises including (1) the BNY's regulatory stress-testing (including the CCAR/DFAST and EBA/ECB stress tests), (2) quarterly CECL/IFRS 9 reserve estimation, and (3) ad hoc scenario-based analyses as frequently as requested by senior management. The scenarios provided by EFG encompass the joint evolution of macroeconomic aggregates (GDP, consumption, unemployment, etc.) and financial market indicators spanning several distinct asset classes.

In this role, you'll make an impact in the following ways:
  • Responsible for the development, enhancement and documentation of macroeconomic forecasting methodologies.
  • Support the execution of macroeconomic forecasts that make up the scenarios, working closely with vendors and key forecasting partners in the company, and consumers of the scenarios and subject matter experts.
  • Assist in managing inbound questions, deliverables and ad-hoc requests with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness of meeting deliverables on prescribed timelines.
  • Requires regular (written and verbal) interactions with downstream modelers that uses macroeconomic scenarios and various units in the bank such as Finance, Treasury, Model Risk Management.
  • Good inter-personal and negotiation skills are a key factor to accomplishing goals when interacting in a complex, multiple-priority environment.
  • Strong programming skills in R is desired.

To be successful in this role, we're seeking the following:
  • Strong quantitative skills: Master's degree in a quantitative discipline, including Economics/ Econometrics/Quantitative Finance/Statistics/Mathematics, etc. is required; PhD is a plus
  • 2+ years of work experience in research/forecasting/business analytics for a leading financial institution/central bank, consulting firm or similar, with a strong background/interest in economics
  • Experience in forecasting and statistical analysis of macroeconomic and/or financial modeling a plus
  • Superb analytical background with a solid theoretical foundation coupled with strong programming and documentation skills. Experience with programming languages/statistical software (e.g., R, Python, EViews, Stata) considered a plus
  • Extremely focused, detail oriented and highly productive with ability to synthesize large amounts of data and various viewpoints and summarize key concepts
  • Excellent organizational and communication (verbal and written) skills
  • A proven track record of executing deliverables and meeting deadlines under pressure
  • Works well individually and in teams, shares information, supports colleagues, and encourages participation.


Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life's journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The expected base salary for this position when employment commences can be found in the Job Info section at the bottom of the posting.

Base salary offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is only part of the total rewards package, which may include eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee's eligible dependents. Eligible employees also may receive other benefits (including various paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, the employee will be in an "at will" position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payments or compensation programs) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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