Why USAA?
Let's do something that really matters.

At USAA, we have an important mission: facilitating the financial security of millions of U.S. military members and their families. Not all of our employees served in our nation's military, but we all share in the mission to give back to those who did. We're working as one to build a great experience and make a real impact for our members.

We believe in our core values of honesty, integrity, loyalty and service. They're what guides everything we do - from how we treat our members to how we treat each other. Come be a part of what makes us so special!

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Charlotte, NC. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

As a Quantitative Risk Analyst Lead, you will apply strong analytic and communication skills to support liquidity and capital risk management.

Conducts and develops quantitative and analytic models, assessments and/or applications in support of risk management efforts that assess the market and identify risks and gaps in existing or proposed processes. Applies diverse methodologies and deep experience in quantitative analytics to identify and solve complex and/or undefined risk problems. Works with leadership to remediate gaps and improvements identified between existing practices and regulatory requirements. Leads and implements complex initiatives and cross functional teams within the Chief Risk Office and across the Enterprise that drive problem resolution. Leverages broad enterprise knowledge and discernment related to core discipline(s), products and processes.

The Opportunity

What you'll do:

• Applies expert analytical knowledge to use advanced analytics to assess future risk and/or new risks, opportunities, and effectiveness.
• Translates results into meaningful solutions to enhance decision making.
• Presents findings to senior level leadership.
• Applies expert knowledge and industry standard methodologies to quantify risk and aggregate exposures.
• Develops complex systems and programs that measure aggregate risk exposures.
• Performs model validations and presents results to senior leadership.
• Applies innovative and scientific/quantitative analytical approaches to draw conclusions and make recommendations to answer business objectives and inspire change.
• Translates recommendations into communication materials to effectively present to senior leadership. Recommendations typically have a major impact on business results.
• Provides subject matter expertise in operationalizing recommendations.
• Applies expert knowledge to produce advanced analytical material to lead discussions with cross functional teams and senior leadership to understand complex business objectives and influence solution strategies.
• Demonstrates thought leadership in cross functional team environments.
• Drives and creates cross functional teams in support of initiatives that have significant impact to the enterprise or a core business area.
• Provides direction and mentorship to other team members in the peer review process.
• Expertly communicates analytical results, findings and solutions to governance committees and business process owners and influences business analysis.

What you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, or other quantitative subject area. or 4 additional years of related experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• 8 years of related quantitative analysis experience in a subject area relevant to risk management to include statistical analysis, modeling, mathematics or other quantitative subject area.
• OR advanced degree/designation in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, or other quantitative subject area and 6 years work experience in a quantitative subject area relevant to risk management
• OR PhD in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, or other quantitative subject area and up to 4 years work experience in a quantitative subject area relevant to risk management.

What sets you apart:

• Experience in a quantitative role supporting liquidity and capital financial risk management
• Ability to work in ambiguous work environment and under tight deadlines
• Familiarity with industry and regulatory standard methodologies
• Ability to create insightful presentations of complex data via visualization software (Tableau, Powerpoint) and communicate findings to senior executives and broad audiences
• Experience with Python or another coding language
• Progress toward or completion of CFA, FRM, CAS, or SOA designations
• US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner [optional]

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

What we offer:

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. The salary range for this position is: $138,230 - $264,200.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, please visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.