Senior Associate - Model Validation & AI Governance

Senior Associate - Model Validation & AI Governance

Hybrid - 3 days onsite in New York

We’re looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional to join our client's team as a Senior Associate - Model Validation & AI Governance. In this role, you’ll act as a critical peer reviewer for models developed by data scientists—ensuring they are robust, compliant, and free from bias before going into production.

What You’ll Do

• Review and test machine learning and statistical models prior to deployment
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards, with a strong focus on bias and fairness
• Collaborate cross-functionally with data scientists, ML engineers, data engineers, and product/project managers
• Communicate complex technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

• Strong technical expertise (Python preferred; R or other statistical languages considered with solid AI knowledge)
• Advanced degree (Master’s minimum; PhD in Statistics strongly preferred)
• Experience in model validation, ideally within banking or financial services
• Data scientists with a strong interest in model validation are also encouraged to apply
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills

What Success Looks Like (First 6 Months)

• Quickly understand the models and workflows, particularly within the life insurance domain
• Build strong working relationships across teams and with leadership
• Begin contributing to and delivering impactful validation projects

Work Environment

• Hybrid setup with a preference for candidates who can be in the office three days per week in New York

If you’re passionate about responsible AI, model integrity, and working at the intersection of data science and governance, we’d love to hear from you.