Working at StatDec
What the work is like
No two institutions or sets of circumstances are the same, so analysts do not run a standard process over a standard dataset. Each project is scoped as its own problem, and the person who builds the model is usually the person who explains it to the client.
Knowledge transfer is a fundamental part of every StatDec project, which means analysts have to understand the rationale and the business impact of what they build, not only the statistics. Training and self-improvement are part of our business ethics and are supported accordingly. Our working culture is based on respect — towards and from clients and associates, and between staff members.
Open role
Credit Risk Modeller [CRM 2606] — Athens
StatDec (Statistical Decisions S.A.) is looking for an Analyst to join our Credit Risk Analytics team in Athens. The role is open to applicants from recent graduates through to professionals with up to four years of relevant experience; seniority and compensation are aligned accordingly.
Founded in London in 1992, with the Athens office opening in 1996 and now the company's main modelling hub, StatDec is part of the Tiresias group. We support ECB/SSM-supervised banks and financial institutions across Greece and beyond with credit risk modelling, model validation and regulatory consulting.
Job purpose
- Development and validation of credit models; model types may include machine learning, logistic regression, ECM and others.
- Support in the development and validation of IFRS 9 models (PD, LGD, macro models and related parameters).
- Participation in the firm's analytics and consulting projects — propensity models, early warning, ESG and others.
Ideal candidate profile
- An analytical, structured, data-driven approach to problem solving, with the ability to analyse data, extract insight and make recommendations.
- Willingness to develop strong programming skills in SAS, SQL, Python and/or R.
- Communication and presentation skills; able to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely.
- Solid understanding of basic business, financial and statistical concepts.
Required skills
- Education: MSc in Econometrics, Statistics, Mathematics, Data or Business Analytics, Operational Research or Finance.
- Programming: base SAS and/or SQL and/or Python/R preferred; experience in any programming language is acceptable.
- Zero to four years of relevant experience in credit risk, analytics or a related field.
- Excellent written and spoken Greek and English.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, or similar office suites.
- Military obligations fulfilled, for male applicants.
What we offer
- A competitive compensation package, based on experience and qualifications.
- A structured training programme in data analysis and in credit scoring model development and maintenance.
- A career path in consulting with a reputable, established firm in the credit risk industry.
Send a CV and covering letter in English to hr@stat-dec.eu, quoting reference code CRM2606.
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