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Analyst​/Senior Analyst - Model Validation Group

Job in Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for: Fitch Ratings
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-26
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Data Scientist, Banking Analyst, Financial Analyst, Risk Manager/Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Analyst / Senior Analyst - Model Validation Group

At Fitch, we have an open culture where employees are able to exchange ideas and perspectives, throughout the organization, irrespective of their seniority. Your voice will be heard allowing you to have a real impact. We embrace diversity and appreciate authenticity encouraging an environment where employees can be their true selves. Our inclusive and progressive approach helps us to keep a balanced perspective.

Fitch is also committed to supporting its employees by advancing conversations around diversity, equity and inclusion. Fitch’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) have been established by employees who have joined together as a workplace community based on similar backgrounds or life experiences. Fitch’s ERGs are available to connect employees with others within the organization to offer professional and personal support.

With our expertise, we are not only creating data and information, but also producing timely insights from every angle to influence decision making in this ever changing and highly competitive market. We have a relentless hunger to innovate and unlock the power of human insights and to drive value for our customers. There has never been a better time to make an impact and we invite you to join us on this journey.

Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research. Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch Ratings offers global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise. The additional context, perspective and insights we provide have helped fund a century of growth and enables you to make important credit judgments with confidence.

The Model Validation Group (MVG) is currently seeking a model validation analyst at Analyst or Senior Analyst level based out of our Toronto office.

The MVG is part of the Criteria Review and Approval Group which reports to the Chief Risk Officer. The core objective of the department is to ensure the quality and consistency of Fitch’s rating criteria and models. The MVG team focuses on reviewing and validating all models used in the credit rating analysis across Fitch Ratings and works closely with the Criteria Officers to review and approve criteria.

What We Offer:

  • Gain valuable credit modeling and validation experience, along with a good understanding of related credit products, their rating methodology, and criteria.
  • Develop a solid knowledge of model governance practices and the regulatory environment.
  • We’ll Count on You To:

  • Review and validate a wide range of credit rating models, such as default models, cashflow models, capital models, and regression models, covering asset classes including ABS, CMBS, Covered Bonds, RMBS, Structured Credit, Corporates, Financial Institutions, Insurance, and Sovereigns.
  • Review model codes and documentation, build replica models, design and execute comprehensive testing (conceptual soundness, performance/back-testing, sensitivity analysis, benchmarking).
  • Discuss review outcomes and observations with the model owners, developers, and Criteria Officers.
  • Write high-quality validation reports and memos aligning with internal standards and applicable regulatory expectations.
  • Contribute to enhancements in validation approaches, testing framework, and automation tools.
  • What You Need to Have:

  • Master's degree in quantitative disciplines or finance.
  • 0-3 years of experience in financial modelling/analysis.
  • Capability to explain and communicate model review observations and model technical aspects clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Self-motivation with an ability to manage timelines across multiple projects.
  • Thorough attention to detail.
  • Strong work ethic.
  • What Would Make You Stand Out:

  • Demonstrated proficiency in programming in Python, R, VBA for quantitative statistical analysis. Familiarity with common libraries (, pandas, Num Py/Sci Py, scikit-learn) and Python object-oriented programming.
  • Previous exposure to credit rating analysis or cash flow modelling
  • Understanding of model risk management practices
  • A Certificate in Quantitative Finance (CQF)
  • Fitch is committed to providing global…

    Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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