Analytics Consultant - Irving, TX - Hybrid - Risk​/AML Models - Banking

Position: Analytics Consultant - Irving, TX - Hybrid Contract - Risk/AML Models - Banking
$53.09 - $58.18

Outstanding long-term contract opportunity! A well-known Financial Services Company is looking for a Analytics Consultant in Irving, TX (Hybrid).

This role is also can work from Tempe, AZ, or Minneapolis, MN, or St. Lous, MO or Charlotte, NC offices.

Work with the brightest minds at one of the largest financial institutions in the world. This is a long-term contract opportunity that includes a competitive benefit package! Our client has been around for over 150 years and is continuously innovating in today's digital age. If you want to work for a company that is not only a household name, but also truly cares about satisfying customers' financial needs and helping people succeed financially, apply today.

Contract Duration: 12 Months

** Required Skills & Experience*
* + 5+ years of Analytics experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work or consulting experience, training, military experience, education.

+ 7+ years of experience in analytics, model development, or related roles within financial services or risk management.

+ Proven experience as a model owner or developer for financial crimes or AML models.

+ Strong proficiency in SQL and Python

+ Familiarity with big data tools; experience working with large financial institution data, meaning high-volume, complex datasets such as transactions, customer profiles, and product transactional information that require advanced tools and techniques for analysis.

+ Ability to clearly and accurately articulate complex issues, risks, and propose solutions to various levels of staff and management through excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

** Desired Skills & Experience*
* + Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics); advanced degree.

+ Knowledge of AML transaction monitoring and regulatory requirements (BSA, USA PATRIOT Act).

+ Familiarity with Oracle Platforms.

** What You Will Be Doing*
* + Consult on complex initiatives with broad impact and large-scale planning for Analytics.

+ Review and analyze complex multi-faceted, larger scale or longer-term Analytics challenges that require in-depth evaluation of multiple factors including intangibles or unprecedented factors.

+ Contribute to the resolution of complex and multi-faceted situations requiring solid understanding of the function, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements that meet deliverables.

+ Strategically collaborate and consult with client personnel.

+ Lead the development, validation, implementation, and ongoing performance monitoring of AML transaction monitoring models.

+ Assess data inputs and outputs to ensure models function as intended and meet regulatory standards.

+ Create and maintain comprehensive model documentation for audit and governance purposes.

+ Collaborate with compliance, risk, and technology teams to enhance model effectiveness and address emerging risks.

+ Drive model enhancements leveraging big data and advanced analytics techniques.

+ Provide subject matter expertise on AML transaction monitoring and model risk management frameworks.