Wealth technology Risk and compliance lead
- Job Req Id:
- 26938417
- Location(s):
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Pune, Maharashtra, India
- Job Type:
- Hybrid
- Posted:
- Mar. 02, 2026
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Job Overview
Wealth technology Risk and compliance lead : in India to oversee all tech mandatory book of work and to keep the risk and compliance dashboards in green and healthy state.
With centralizing the S&S / tech mandatory Book of work across wealth , this role will play a critical role in leading all the squads that are responsible for the keeping the platforms relevant and up to date. Fixing the vulnerabilities, software upgrades and any new build that involves code change working with all key stakeholders across wealth technology. Will be responsible for the ownership of all issues and Corrective Action Plans remediations across wealth technology. lead all initiatives that impacts critical tech upgrades across wealth
The Applications Development Senior Group Manager is a senior management level position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of a team or department in an effort to establish and implement new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology Team. The overall objective of this role is to drive applications systems analysis and programming activities..
Responsibilities:
S&S lead in India to oversee all tech mandatory book of work and to keep the risk and compliance dashboards in green and healthy state.
With centralizing the S&S / tech mandatory Book of work across wealth, this role will play a critical role in leading all the squads that are responsible for the tech risk and cyber security risks .Will be responsible for the ownership of all issues and Corrective action plans remediations across wealth technology. lead all initiatives that impacts critical tech upgrades across wealth
- Tech Risk & Cybersecurity - Lead tech risk remediation and manage cybersecurity vulnerabilities across the domain. Oversee technology solutions from design to implementation including third party reviews and vulnerability assessments. Manage technology batches upgrades and security protocols aligned with cyber security standards and modern tech stacks.
- Stakeholder & Solution Management – Collaborate closely with senior stakeholders and regulators to manage expectations and deliver technology programs. Work closely with all CTI and CISo partners to accelerate the process and governance around tech risk and compliance.
- Risk mitigation & Compliance – Assess and manage wealth tech risk ensuring robust controls and regulatory compliance. Apply risk mitigation approaches for technology risk and manage audit cycle.Track KPIs, report to senior management and drive continuous improvement.
- Life Cycle & Security Management – Manage security vulnerabilities, breaches and third party risk ensuring compliance with security and regulatory standards.. Oversee all development phases (analysis, design, construction, testing, implementation) and provide operational support for business applications.
- Team Development & collaboration – Build and mentor high performing cross functional teams. Foster collaboration between tech, business and support functions to align domain objectives.
- Engineering excellence and optimization – Identify opportunities for cost optimization and resource efficiency within the domain, balancing risk and performance goals. Focus on driving engineering patterns and solutions with or without AI to accelerate or reduce vulnerabilities proactively.
- Change Management & Adoption – Drive change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new technologies or processes within the domain.Drive all migration projects including LSE, github etc. Drive adoption of devops best practices to keep the vulnerabilities to the minimum
- Audit Management : Manage the Internal and external audits end to end from front facing the auditors to provide the required evidence and providing the right level of governance across wealth
- Manage/develop multiple teams of professionals to accomplish established goals and conduct personnel duties for team (e.g. performance evaluations, hiring and disciplinary actions) as well as ensure team adheres to best practices and process Develop vision for team around roles and responsibilities, and structure team to ensure greatest impact, efficient use of resource, and alignment to business structures
- Prepare and present regular team/project reviews to senior management and business leaders
- Drive the design and development of system architecture, work with end-users of the systems, and enhance the quality of deliverables Ensure staff follows Citi documented policy and procedures as well as maintain desktop procedures and supporting documentation for filings on a current basis and in comprehensive manner
- Monitor and manage approach/end results, budgeting, planning, policy formation, and contribute to future strategy of the area(s)
- Ensure change is managed with appropriate controls, documentation, and approvals including implementation of new and revised regulatory reporting requirements
- Research and resolve issues, provide recommendations, and escalate to senior management as needed
- Manage and maintain all disaster recovery plans, oversee appropriate testing, and provide permit-to-operate for new applications
- Lead and deliver local staff forums, present global, regional, and location news and updates to engage team in the progress of organization
- Contribute to defining and implementing best practices and processes for the department and ensure transparency and consistency across teams
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
Qualifications:
- 15+ years of relevant experience
- 8-10+ years of managerial experience
- Strong technical background is a must.
- Risk and compliance background would be a good addition
- Previous experience facing audits and regulators
- PMP Certification, MBA, Specific to business Licenses and other
- Experience with financial products
- Working knowledge of the industry and competitors’ products and services
- Advanced knowledge of strategic direction of the function within relevant part of the business
- Proficient computer skills with a focus on Microsoft Office applications
- Demonstrated leadership, management, and development skills
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
- Master’s degree preferred
S&S lead in india to oversee all tech mandatory book of work and to keep the risk and compliance dashboards in green and healthy state.
With centralizing the S&S / tech mandatory Book of work across wealth, this role will play a critical role in leading all the squads that are responsible for the CVM fixes, software upgrades and any new build that involves code change working with all key stakeholders across wealth technology. Will be responsible for the ownership of all CAP remediations across wealth technology. lead all initiatives that impacts critical tech upgrades across wealth
- Manage the Internal and external audits end to end from front facing the auditors to provide the required evidence and providing the right level of governance across wealth
- Drive adoption of devops best practices to keep the vulnerabilities to the minimum
- Focus on driving engineering patterns and solutions with or without AI to accelerate or reduce vulnerabilities proactively.
- Work closely with all CTI and CISo partners to accelerate the process and governance around tech risk and compliance.
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Job Family Group:
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Job Family:
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Time Type:
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