Risk Governance, Senior Vice President

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Job Overview

Team Overview:

The Risk Governance team is responsible for (i) managing the Citigroup and Citibank N.A. Risk Committees at the management and Board levels; (ii) overseeing and maintaining the Risk Governance Committee Standard and supporting procedures, controls, and training; and (iii) reviewing and improving governance practices for Risk Governance Committees across in adherence to Citi’s Policies, Standards and Procedures.

The Risk Governance SVP position reports to the Risk Governance Director, who reports to the Head of Risk Governance and Chief of Staff to the Citigroup CRO, which sits under the Risk Chief Administrative Office (CAO).  The role provides a unique vantage point to gain an enterprise-wide perspective and deeper understanding of the material risks across the firm. In addition, the role provides the opportunity to work closely with governance teams from various businesses and functions.

Position Objective:

The objective of this role is to oversee and enhance Risk Governance practices across Risk Management committees while supporting the day-to-day management of the management and Board-level Risk Committees. The role will work closely with multiple stakeholders, overseeing the Risk Management Committee Standard, the Risk Committee charters, engagement with the relevant subcommittees as well as execution of the committees.  These committees are responsible for overseeing the execution of the risk governance framework, for ensuring that the Citi and CBNA risk profiles remain consistent with approved risk appetite, including for aggregate and concentration risks, and for discussing top, growing, emerging and idiosyncratic risk issues facing the firm.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Enhance and update Risk Governance Committee standards and procedures to ensure they are effective, comply with Citi Policies and regulatory requirements, and drive enhancements to subcommittee governance practices
• Execute governance responsibilities for the GRMC, CBNA RC, and Board RMCs, track coverage of top risks and oversee follow-up items
• Interact and communicate with senior management to identify key topics of interest to bring to the GRMC, CBNA RC, and/or Board RMCs
• Lead high priority strategic/regulatory ad hoc projects for the Risk Governance Committee function across their lifecycle by identifying and structuring problems, analyzing root causes, developing solutions, communicating project results, and obtaining buy-in for change
• Develop strong working relationships and effectively partner with key stakeholders and subject matter experts across the organization (business & functions) to accomplish goals
• Help define improved Risk Governance Committee controls in line with expanded Manager Control Assessment expectations, which will require ongoing execution and monitoring
• Perform Internal Audit (IA) activities for risk governance and support regulatory validation activities tied to transformation requirements
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes, new regulations, and internal policy changes.
• Manage an integrated forward calendar for GRMC, CBNA RC, and Board RMCs, to help ensure coverage is comprehensive across all committees and aligned with committee charter and applicable regulatory requirements
• Lead the coordination of agendas, stakeholder communications, and material development supporting the GRMC, CBNA RC, and Board RMCs, working to improve alignment and coordination across all committees, demonstrating robust escalation and corporate governance processes
• Interact and communicate with senior management to identify key topics of interest to bring to the GRMC, CBNA RC, and/or Board RMCs
• Provide effective challenge to internal stakeholders on presentation materials submitted to ensure effective, appropriate and accurate communication
• Perform ad-hoc responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications / Skills:

• 10+ years of experience in Risk Management or Governance function with a bank, Financial Services consulting, or regulatory body.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements for Risk Governance and Corporate Governance including Regulation YY and Heightened Standards.
• Experience in managing and driving senior governance forums and/or policy oversight
• Experience working with, influencing and growing diverse and remote teams.
• Strong executive presence with success influencing, facilitating, and partnering at these levels
• Ability to build strong internal and external relationships
• Superior writing and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate complex problems and policy interpretations through concise and clear messaging
• Excellent complex problem solving, organizational, and time management skills. Previous experience in project management a plus.
• High attention to detail, proactive, proven ability to drive results, work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts and pick up business knowledge
• High proficiency in MS office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, Teams)

Education:

• Bachelor's/University degree in a finance, business, or a technical discipline
• MBA or other advance degree preferred

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Job Family Group:

Controls Governance & Oversight

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Job Family:

Governance Reporting & Analysis

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Irving Texas United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$156,160.00 - $234,240.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Most Relevant Skills

Analytical Thinking, Communication, Constructive Debate, Controls Lifecycle, Data Analysis, Escalation Management, Governance, Needs Assessment, Program Management, Risk Management.

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Other Relevant Skills

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

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Oct 03, 2025

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