Model Risk Governance - Vice President

About the Role

Meraki Talent is supporting a global Financial Services firm that is looking to appoint an experienced Model Risk and Governance specialist, operating at a VP level, in prestigious offices in Glasgow.

This is a newly established team, which provides regulatory advice and oversight across all business functions globally. Within this, the Market Abuse Surveillance team ensures effective controls, risk assessment and detection of potentially abusive market behaviours.

• Support governance and oversight of model risk within Market Abuse Surveillance.
• Maintain alignment with internal frameworks, policies, and global regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate model governance forums, risk committees and ensure transparent decision-making.
• Manage regulatory/audit responses, risk assessments, and remediation tracking.
• Produce executive-level reporting on model risk governance and compliance status.
• Drive process improvement, policy enhancements, and technology‑led efficiency.

Applicants should have gained a strong background within risk management, governance, or compliance within financial services. It is essential applicants have an excellent knowledge of model risk management and regulatory expectations. Previous experience in dealing with stakeholder management, with first class communication skills, with ability to influence senior leadership is a pre‑requisite.