FEC Testing Expert

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

For a leading international financial institution, we are looking for a Medior FEC Testing Expert to join the Sanctions Tech Model Development testing team. You use your analytical mindset and attention to detail to make the financial world safer, working on innovative solutions with global impact.

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You execute model tests and design new tests for Sanctions and AB&C screening models. You also guide colleagues and review test reports. By developing an in-depth understanding of how these models work, you become a recognised expert in sanctions screening, combining technical expertise with strong knowledge of FEC risks and business processes.

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𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗼

• Execute model tests, analyse the results and document the results and conclusions in clear test reports

• Guide testing activities and review test reports, ensuring conclusions are evidence-based, clearly documented and suitable for decision-making

• Design and set up new tests for new models, service-consumer onboardings and new model functions

• Help team members strengthen their testing approach, model knowledge, documentation and stakeholder communication

• Represent the testing team in discussions with stakeholders, Model Owners, Compliance and Audit

• Identify opportunities to improve sanctions screening models, test coverage, monitoring and reporting, and translate findings into practical remediation

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𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟯 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀

• Own and advance the testing methodology: maintain a coherent, risk-based approach for model monitoring, model changes and new testing activities, with fit-for-purpose test designs, evaluation criteria and documentation standards

• Build model expertise and drive improvement: develop a detailed understanding of the screening models and use testing outcomes, findings and stakeholder input to identify gaps, propose improvements and support tuning, change requests and remediation

• Guide the team and connect stakeholders: review test plans and reports, support colleagues and represent the testing perspective to Model Owners, Compliance, technical teams and Audit, bridging risk, business and technology

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𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴

• Relevant experience in model testing, validation, monitoring or analytics within FEC, sanctions, financial services or another regulated environment

• Experience designing tests, assessing results and producing or reviewing clear, auditable test documentation and management reporting

• Ability to understand complex model logic, data flows and system behaviour, and to translate technical findings into risk and business implications

• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to identify model, methodology and process improvements

• Strong stakeholder-management skills and confidence engaging with Model Owners, Compliance, Audit and technical teams

• Strategic view of testing needs, priorities and dependencies, combined with the ability to deliver hands-on work

• Proficiency in data analysis and MS Office, particularly Excel

• Strong command of English, C1 level or higher

• Comfortable working in a high-stakes environment and adapting to change

• A valid work permit or visa for the Netherlands

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𝗡𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲

• Experience with Python or similar analytical tooling

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𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀

• Location: Utrecht, hybrid (office days on Tuesday and Thursday)

• Hours: 36 hours per week

• Start: as soon as possible, until 31 July 2027, with the possibility of an extension

• Language: English

• Team: 20 professionals, primarily Data Analysts and Data Scientists

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𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆

Interested and a match with the above? Send us your CV via LinkedIn.