Job Requisition ID: 12235 Position Status: Temporary Full Time Position Type: Hybrid Office Location: Ottawa (ON); Calgary (AB); Halifax (NS); Montreal (QC); Toronto (ON); Vancouver (BC) Travel Requirement: Limited Language Designation: English Essential Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak): ZZZ Security Requirement: Secret Salary: Our salaries generally range from $104180.28to $130225.36and are based on qualifications and experience.

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Whats in it for you Weve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career.

Heres the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when youre a contract employee: Accrued vacation.

Annual individual performance bonus.

Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.

An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

While positions at CMHC require some in-office presence, alternative work arrangements may be considered for Indigenous candidates.

About the role Join the Modelling Initiative Team, in the Senior Specialist, Modelling position.

In this role, you will address complex modelling challenges and contribute to the development and enhancement of data driven models that support informed decision making, working closely with CMHCs internal clients.

Your expertise in hands-on model development, interpreting results, applying rigorous quantitative thinking,



and building strong client relationships will strengthen decision making and enhance the organizations risk management framework.

This is a temporary position with a duration of 12 months.

What youll do: Design, build, implement and refine statistical and machine learning models to support business decisions and analyses, including stress testing and capital adequacy analysis.

Apply advanced quantitative and theoretical approaches to enhance modelling capabilities within a highly technical team.

Produce model driven analysis and communicate results clearly to users and stakeholders.

Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, including model users, modelling experts, and other stakeholders, while providing mentorship and guidance to peers.

Support the migration of models from development to production environments.

Develop decks, tools, user guides and training materials to provide information and analytical supports to clients, users and other stakeholders.

Ensure models are appropriately documented and subject to effective controls, including performance monitoring, validation and change management protocols in accordance with CMHC''s model risk policy and industry best practice.

What you should have: A postgraduate degree in a quantitative discipline such as finance, mathematics, economics, statistics, data sciences, or actuarial sciences. A minimum of five (5) years of experience in modelling, validation or quantitative analytics. A solid ability to work in a sophisticated technological environment, such as Azure and Databrick, utilizing various modelling techniques and programming languages, preferably Python and R.





Demonstrated ability to conduct rigorous quantitative analysis using strong theoretical foundations (e.g., statistical modelling, econometrics, or financial mathematics), combined with critical thinking and sound judgment to resolve complex issues. A solid understanding of Canada''s financial sector and real estate markets.

Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences.

Solid project management capabilities, with a track record of organizing priorities, meeting deadlines, and delivering high quality results.

It would be great if you also had: Experience with geospatial analysis, including geocoding or tools such as ArcGIS.

Experience with Rust or other high performance programming languages.

Professional designation such as CFA, FRM, or actuarial credentials.

Experience working in risk, finance, or economic.

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Were committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply.

We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada. CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and of people are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion What happens after you apply We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort.

Learn more about our hiring process .

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If you applied before and you were not successful dont worry we''re always posting new positions, so dont hesitate to give it another shot.

Were excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!

📌 Senior Specialist, Modelling (Ottawa)
🏢 CMHC - SCHL
📍 Ottawa