Core Accounts Product Developer, Director

Responsibilities: 

• Assess and define the Product scope and associated operating model that aligns with Citi’s strategic target state while also taking into consideration outside in view on best practice for Internal Accounts as a product

• Identify and prioritize product initiatives that translate into both BAU and short and medium-term remediation plans while balancing the target state strategies 

• Build and manage a strategic product roadmap and case for investment; oversee product development, readiness & launch; and spearhead adoption of new business and operational processes & controls and governance frameworks, grounded by strong data analytics 

• Collaborate with internal partners (e.g., Product Processors, Operations, Onboarding, Finance,Technology, Risk & Controls, other LOBs across Citi) to define the types/taxonomy of internal accounts, distinct features, capabilities, financial and operational processes, Service Level Agreements, policies and overall value propositionsfor the internal accounts lifecycle and ecosystem 

• Define a governance, oversight and risk & control framework for the product.  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

• Formulate a resource strategy to deliver the overall book of work

• Represent Core Accounts in dealing with internal stakeholders from the second and third line of defense, as well as external regulators, as needed

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of relevant experience

• Broad and diverse functional experience (e.g., Finance, Operations, Product Management/ Development, Analytics) 

• Proven experience leading cross-functional teamsaround the world 

• Demonstrated financial and accounting acumen

• Demonstrated experience driving business innovation, leveraging management information and data analytics to drive results 

• Ability to independently define a roadmap, execution strategy and gain buy-in for broad organizational changes

• Experience in legal entity management, regulatory reporting and data governance/management concepts is highly desirable

• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements 

• Demonstrated analytical and influencing skills across hierarchical levels and lines of business; strong executive presence 

• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication,including strong PowerPoint skills

Education:  

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience 

• Master’s degree preferred

• Accounting degree is a plus