Generative AI Validation, VP (Hybrid)

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Shape your Career with Citi Citi’s Risk Management organization oversees risk-taking activities and assesses risks and issues independently of the front line units. We establish and maintain the enterprise risk management framework that ensures the ability to consistently identify, measure, monitor, control and report material aggregate risks.

This position is part of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Review and Challenge Group within Citi’s Model Risk Management organization. This position will perform independent review and effective challenge of all lifecycle activities of Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML) non-model objects used in Citi.

We’re currently looking for a high caliber professional to join our team as Vice President, Generative AI Validation- Hybrid (Internal Job Title: Model Validation 2nd LOD Lead Analyst - C13) based in Mumbai or Bangalore, India. Being part of our team means that we’ll provide you with the resources to meet your unique needs, empower you to make healthy decision and manage your financial well-being to help plan for your future. For instance:

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In this role, you’re expected to:

• Provide independent review and effective challenge on the soundness and fit-for-purpose of AI/ML non-model objects used in Citi
• Manage AI/ML risk across all life-cycle activities including initial review, ongoing monitoring, and periodic reviews
• Conduct analysis and prepare detailed technical documentation reports sufficient to meet regulatory guidelines and exceed industry standards
• Identify weaknesses and limitations of AI/ML objects and inform stakeholders of their risk profile and recommend compensating controls
• Communicate results to diverse audiences such as AI/ML object owners and developers and senior management
• Manage stakeholder interactions with AI/ML object developers and owners across the review lifecycle
• Provide guidance to junior reviewers as and when necessary
• Contribute to strategic, cross-functional initiatives within the model risk management organization

As a successful candidate, you’d ideally have the following skills and exposure:

• Advanced degree (Master’s and above) is required in the fields of mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering, data science, AI/ML, etc.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience; (model validation is preferred)
• Experience with AI / ML, Generative AI applications in areas such as Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, etc.
• In-depth technical knowledge of common AI/ML techniques and strong understanding of risks associated with AI/ML and corresponding mitigants
• Ability to collaborate with peers and stakeholders with various background, and to effectively explain technical terms to audience with different levels of technical knowledge
• Self-motivated and detail oriented
• Proficiency in programs such as R and Python and common AI/ML packages
• Strong written & oral communication skills

Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a family of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.

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Job Family Group: Risk Management

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Job Family: Model Validation

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Time Type: Full time

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Most Relevant Skills Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Credible Challenge, Data Analysis, Governance, Policy and Procedure, Policy and Regulation, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Identification and Assessment, Statistics.

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Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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