Veej Patel

Senior Model Validation Lead @Skipton Building Society

Leeds, GB
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WORK HISTORY

May 2024 — Present

Senior Model Validation Lead @Skipton Building Society

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Skipton, GB

Enhanced the model risk management framework, overseeing the validation, assessment, and ongoing monitoring of financial models to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies- Directed cross-functional teams in evaluating model performance, identifying limitations, and recommending improvements to enhance model robustness and accuracy- Provided strategic insights to senior leadership on model risks, presenting detailed risk assessments and actionable recommendations to support informed decision-making- Managed the development and implementation of model governance processes, ensuring rigorous documentation, version control, and compliance with both internal and external regulations- Spearheaded the review and validation of complex models, using quantitative methods to identify potential risks and propose mitigations- Supported training and development of junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and ensuring high standards in risk management practices.

EDUCATION

2005 — 2008

Leeds University Business School

Master's degree, Financial Mathematics

2001 — 2004

University of Reading

Bachelor of Science - BS, Physics

SKILLS

CreditFinancial RiskBankingRetail BankingCredit RiskPortfolio ManagementCredit AnalysisCommercial BankingBasel IiLoansRisk ManagementCredit CardsCredit ScoringFinancial ModelingFinancial AnalysisFinancial ServicesIfrs 9Statistical ModelingSas ProgrammingStakeholder ManagementForecasting

ABOUT VEEJ PATEL

I add value to the business by sharing a clear understanding of its strategy, providing strong leadership and creating an open environment for the team to thrive and continually improve.FeedbackRecent 360 feedback reflects the way I conduct my purpose, here are some of the key words others have described me as:Agile minded, energetic, driven, positive; calm, creates an open atmosphere; drive collaboration; strives to create and protect good team culture; knowledgeable and continuously deliverMy experience includes- Credit risk Modelling - IRB/ Capital modelling - Life cycle statistical model development - Time series model development - Linear/ logistic regression - Econometric analysis - Forecasting - Retail and commercial - Model monitoring - Scorecard development- Portfolio risk management - Acquisition, Behavioural Collection strategies - Portfolio analytics and reporting- Project management- Prudential Regulations- SAS- SQL- Working knowledge of neural networks/ artificial intelligence

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