Cross-disciplinary Controls Lead Analyst

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Job Overview

Individuals in Cross Disciplinary Controls are responsible for multiple activities within the Controls capabilities such as assessment & design, MCA, QA, Monitoring & Testing, Issue Management and/or Governance Reporting & Analysis for effective end to end oversight, design, implementation, and execution of controls. Individuals in this role may cover a broad range of in-business/function risk and control responsibilities rather than focusing on one specific role.

The Cross Disciplinary Controls Lead Analyst – GLC will be a key member of the Legal Risk & Control Team supporting the Legal Department, the Regulatory Strategy and Policy (RSP) team, and the Group Decision Making & Governance Office (GDMGO) and focused on the implementation and execution of new BAU transformation processes and helping ensure appropriate adherence to firm-wide initiatives and requirements, including operational and  compliance risk management programs. The individual will also help support the In-Function Control Officer for Mexico Legal with relevant cross disciplinary activities.

Responsibilities: 

• Conduct assessments of the effectiveness of existing controls, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing necessary changes.
• Drive and manage control enhancements in order to increase efficiency and reducing risk.
• Drive the execution of Enterprise Risk Management Framework and adherence with Risk Management and Compliance Policies.
• Conduct oversight the MCA program, including the annual/semi-annual/quarterly/monthly attestation, quality oversight, and related reporting.
• Guide the execution of the MCA in accordance with the ORM Policy & Framework, as well as applicable Policies, Standards, and Procedures.
• Assess activities and processes as per required Policies, Standards and Procedures to strengthen risk management quality.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop comprehensive corrective action plans to address identified control gaps or failures
• Participate in issue quality reviews ensuring compliance with Issue Management Policy, Standards and Procedures
• Support development of standardized risk and controls reporting to ensure sound, reliable, and consistent information exists across the organization, enabling better management and decision-making in line with the expectations of senior management, Board, and Regulators.
• Participate in the oversight of the operations of Citi's governance committees, including coordinating meetings, managing agendas, and ensuring follow-up on action items.
• Assist the Mexico Legal In-Function Control Officer (IFCO) with the analysis and support in providing guidance and advice to strengthen the control environment, execute the Regulatory, Control and Compliance Initiatives, including regulatory Internal Control responsibilities.
• Support the Mexico Legal In-Function Control Officer (IFCO) with Policy Management activities, Risk Management activities such as Operational and Compliance Risk Event capture, Legal Entity related activities,
• Support the Third-Party Management Business Activity Owner (BAO) with the completion of Third-Party risk management activities. This includes contacting and liaising with external third parties and Citi internal stakeholders to support the completion of control assessments and gap remediation and ensure activities are handled in a controlled and compliant manner consistent with Citi policies and standards.
• Perform Records Management Officer (RMO) responsibilities for coordination, implementation, and oversight of the Global Records Management Program for Mexico Legal.
• Support the Business Recovery Coordinator with the implementation and coordination of continuity of business to ensure Mexico Legal is in compliance with Enterprise Resiliency Policy, standards and procedure.
• Take on the AU Regulation Coverage Lead role to monitor and action new regulatory changes, coordinate with the internal lawyers timely completion of Impact Assessments (IAs), developing Action Plans (APs), and action Implementation Tasks associated with IAs & APs.
• 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 teams and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 6-10 years of experience in operational risk management, compliance, audit, or other control-related functions in the financial services industry.
• Ability to identify, measure, and manage key risks and controls.
• Strong knowledge in the development and execution for controls.
• Proven experience in control related functions in the financial industry.
• Proven experience in implementing sustainable solutions and improving processes.
• Understanding of compliance laws, rules, regulations, and best practices.
• Understanding of Citi’s Policies, Standards, and Procedures.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex risk and control activities and processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to engage at the senior management level.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Education: 

Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred

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Job Family Group:

Controls Governance & Oversight

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Job Family:

Cross-disciplinary Controls

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Communication, Constructive Debate, Controls Assessment, Controls Lifecycle, Escalation Management, Issue Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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