Model Validation Analyst (Financial Modelling) needed at Capitec Bank

About The Role/Team

• The Model Validation team provides assurance on the accuracy, robustness, and governance of models across Capitec. The unit plays a central role in supporting sound risk management, financial decision-making, and regulatory compliance. Our work spans a variety of domains, including credit risk, finance, capital modelling, and fraud detection. The team collaborates closely with modelling and business units, offering technical challenge and validation expertise to ensure models remain fit-for-purpose in an evolving environment.  We are seeking a skilled professional to join our team as a Model Validation Analyst. In this role, you’ll work on end-to-end model validations across different domains, take ownership of key deliverables, and build challenger models to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance of the bank’s models.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven 3-6 years’ experience in financial modelling (Forecasting and Stress Testing models), particularly in pricing, capital modelling, or IFRS 9 provisions.
• Strong analytical ability, with attention to detail and the ability to work across multiple model types.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to engage effectively across technical and business teams. 

Education

• Minimum: Degree in Mathematics, Statistics or Actuarial Science.
• Ideal or Preferred: Honours Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics or Actuarial Science.