Data Scientist, Financial Crime Analytics

il y a 1 semaine

LurcyLévis, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France Desjardins Temps plein

Our team plays a strategic role in financial crime prevention (FCP) by developing and optimizing advanced analytics models to detect suspicious activities. We work at the heart of the FCP ecosystem, in close collaboration with the 2nd line of defense, operations and IT teams. Through our work, we directly support the institution in meeting its regulatory obligations and help improve the effectiveness of monitoring systems like Actimize and various in-house tools. As a financial crime analytics data scientist, you'll help develop, calibrate and update our financial crime detection models using transactional, sociodemographic and internal data. You'll play a key role in the continuous improvement of our analytics tools and the transformation of model performance. More specifically, you will be required to :

  • Help define and develop the FCP practice's analytical strategies by providing an innovative, performance-oriented vision.

  • Design, apply and update advanced analytical models to fight financial crime and produce rigorous documentation.

  • Serve as a subject-matter expert to support various units and stakeholders across the organization.

  • Participate in large-scale projects by contributing analytical expertise to cross-sector initiatives aimed at strengthening our ability to detect financial crime.

  • Monitor the industry to understand and anticipate trends in your area of expertise.

  • Work with the compliance (2nd line of defense), operations and IT teams to ensure performance and consistency of deliverables.

  • Document and communicate analytical work in a rigorous and clear manner that's tailored to non-technical stakeholders.

What we offer*

  • Competitive salary and annual bonus

  • 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year

  • Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement

  • Group insurance including telemedicine

  • Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

*Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

What you bring to the table

  • Bachelor's degree in data science, statistics, computer science, mathematics or a related field

  • A minimum of six years of relevant experience

  • Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered

  • Academic specialization beyond the bachelor's degree

  • Relevant experience in statistical modelling, applied data science or machine learning

  • Financial crime certification (CAMS, CFCS)

  • Knowledge of French is required 

  • Intermediate knowledge of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients

  • Proficiency of Python, SQL, SAS and visualization tools (such as Power BI)

  • Proficiency in using plain language techniques to communicate information

  • Knowledge of financial crime (FINTRAC regulations, FATF) and certain tools (such as Actimize, Fircosoft, CP4D)

Trade Union (If applicable)

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask

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