David Skelton

About David Skelton

A senior leader with over 14 years in banking, currently serving as Senior Vice President…

Experience

1. Model Validation Group Manager, Senior Vice President

   Citi

   Jun 2022 — Present · Dallas, TX, US

   Direct the qualitative model validation function for the Irving, Texas location, consisting of an expert team of 13 Model Validation professionals, overseeing a high-risk portfolio of 90 financial models (including 36 High Risk Tier 1 Critical models, 15 CCAR models, and numerous BAU models) with an aggregated exposure of approximately $1.99 Trillion USD.Reduce average model validation cycle time by 10% or more through the strategic deployment of advanced Generative AI (GenAI) and analytical tools, enabling faster, deeper analysis of complex models and expansive datasets.Spearhead the integration of GenAI across critical infrastructure, automating the generation of limitation text and significantly enhancing overall report quality and validation efficiency.Execute rigorous GenAI User Acceptance Testing (UAT), identifying critical bugs and functionality gaps to ensure new systems meet strict reliability, quality, and ethical standards.Drive strategic alignment by consistently translating high-level corporate objectives into clear, measurable team performance goals and priorities.Cultivate a high-competency, future-ready workforce by designing and implementing targeted instructional strategies for staff and management, optimizing operational efficiency.Elevate team performance and governance rigor by designing and enforcing clear, scalable policies and comprehensive training programs focused on operational excellence and compliance.Drive significant enhancements in operational rigor and review quality, implementing expanded Quality Control (QC) and a structured Review-and-Challenge framework that leads to measurable improvements in team efficiency and process thoroughness. Oversee high-priority, confidential projects mandated by Senior Leadership, ensuring strategic alignment and timely execution to address critical business needs.

Skills

• Mac Os X
• Editing
• Microsoft Word
• Financial Analysis
• Java
• Teaching
• Microsoft Office
• Training
• Sharepoint
• Data Analysis
• Management
• Topology
• Customer Service
• Unix
• Problem Solving
• Statistics
• Mathematica
• Programming
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Staff Development
• Social Media
• Risk Management
• Public Speaking
• Research
• Outlook
• Access
• Linux
• Latex
• C++
• Mathematical Modeling
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Windows
• Html
• Gmail
• Mathematics
• Matlab
• Analysis
• Analytical Skills