Valuation Controller

Imagine yourself spending your time working with people and markets around the world. As a Valuation Controller you can make a difference by ensuring the correct pricing of a variety of complex financial instruments such as derivatives. In addition, you will calculate and analyse various additional valuation adjustments.  You will be involved in the development and implementation of enhanced valuation methodologies to meet regulatory standards in wholesale bank systems of Rabobank.

You and your job

You will be working with other departments in the bank such as Risk, Front Office and Reporting to discuss outcomes of you valuation tests or how to best implement the new regulation stipulations received from the supervisor. You drive change in the team by focusing on implementing new technology that can help make our processes more efficient.

Top responsibilities

• Performing Independent Price Verifications for fair valued instruments under IFRS 13 and calculating a Prudent Valuation as set out by the EBA;
• Examining and analysing the key inputs to a pricing model and how it influences the valuation of a derivative;
• Discussing the valuation of complex instruments with different areas such as Risk Management and Front Office;
• Looking for continuous improvements of processes;
• Implementing changes in regulation and trends in financial markets.

Together we achieve more than alone

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Our squad Valuation Control brings talented people together to ensure delivery of high quality valuations and create a safe environment where you can thrive.

 ‘[You will be part of the squad Valuation Control within the Area Valuation & Market Data. This is a young and diverse team with a range of different nationalities, eager to learn and having fun while doing so. ].’

Chris America, Area Lead – Valuation & Market Data.

Our department

The Area Valuation & Market Data falls within the Tribe Finance & Product Control, which is part of the CFO domain and responsible for providing reliable financial and management information for global supported businesses to the Wholesale and Rural, Treasury and Local Bank businesses in a timely, efficient and professional manner. Reliable financial information is supported by an independent daily valuation of financial instruments in the bank’s trading and banking portfolios and analysis of evidence of performed controls.

Talking of Rabobank

We are a Dutch bank that operates in 38 countries for over 9,500,000 customers. Together with these customers, our members and partners we stand side by side to create a world in which everyone has access to enough healthy food. In the Netherlands we work to create a country in which people are happy with how they live, work and do business.

You and your talent

Customer focus, problem solving and analytical skills as well as a result driven and a pro-active attitude are essential for the role of Valuation Controller.

• You hold a master’s degree with a focus on Finance, Economics or Econometrics or a degree in another discipline but with a keen interest in the financial sector;
• You have several years of relevant experience in the pricing of financial instruments such as derivatives;
• You understand the interaction of pricing models and valuations with the financial markets.
• You have a tangible interest in IT related systems and processes;
• You hold the CFA or FRM charter or have the willingness to work towards one;
• You are able to clearly express your ideas in English both orally and in written form.

Interested?

Do you want to become the ideal version of yourself? We would love to help you achieve this by focusing firmly on your growth, development, and investing in an environment where you keep learning every day. We give you the space to innovate and initiate. In this way, we offer you numerous opportunities to grow and help you exceed your expectations, to do the right thing exceptionally well, and to therefore grow as a professional. In addition, with us:

• A gross monthly salary between€ 3.179 and € 5.300,48 (scale 7 - 8 depending on your experience);
• a thirteenth month and holiday pay;
• an Employee Benefit Budget. You decide how to spend this budget. This may include purchasing extra leave days, making extra pension contributions or even receiving a monthly cash pay-out;
• a personal budget that you can spend on activities related to your personal development and career;
• flexible working times and location-independent working;
• 100% reimbursement of commuting costs if you travel by public transport! Do you still prefer to travel by car or motorbike? Then choose a commuting allowance;

Let's meet

Are you the person we're looking for? Are you ready to join Rabobank as a Valuation Controller and to make a difference to yourself, our customers and to society?  We look forward to receiving your application for this vacancy in Utrecht.

You and the job application process

• Any questions about the job content? Contact: Chris America (Area Lead Valuation & Market Data) at chris.america@rabobank.com
• Any questions about working at Rabobank and the process? Lex Verwayen, Corporate Recruiter can be approached via lex.verwayen@rabobank.nl
• You can find answers to the most frequently asked questions on Frequently asked questions - Careers at Rabobank
• A security check is part of the process.
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