Cross-disciplinary Controls Sr. Lead Analyst (Hybrid)

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Job Overview

Team/Role Overview

This role is within the Trade Product`s Cross Disciplinary Controls team, responsible for comprehensive risk and control management, encompassing a broad range of responsibilities in ensuring Trades strict adherence to Citi’s Compliance Risk Framework, Policies, Procedures. While overseeing the execution of all related programs in close partnership with the Client Organisation business units, 2nd line teams, Enterprise Framework and Programs, in alignment with peer Controls teams. This position requires a versatile individual capable of handling diverse in-business/function risk and control tasks rather than focusing on a single specialized area.

What you will do:

• Lead Risk Mitigation lesson learned reviews for Trade to ensure risk mitigation enhancements are made to management to assist in decision-making.
• Review and advise on mitigating Trade-related risk Issues; coordinate and comprehensively manage issues with key stakeholders.
• Responsible for the assessment of activities and processes, as per required Policies, Standards, and Procedures, to strengthen risk management quality within Trade. Continually drive and manage controls enhancements focused on increasing efficiency and reducing risk within Trade.
• Maintain oversight over emerging and existing risks, issues, control weaknesses, control processes, corrective actions, control validations, and control enhancement initiatives specific to Trade.
• Manage the development and implementation of standardized risk and controls reporting across the Trade control framework.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions impacting Trade are made, demonstrating consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients, and assets.
• Assess the compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations relevant to Trade, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment based on the business practices. Mapping this within the Regulations Tool.
• Review the root cause and escalate control issues within Trade with transparency, and effectively supervise the Product / Partner team activities, ensuring accountability and timeliness.
• Partner effectively with 1st and 2nd Line of Defense teams supporting Trade to identify best practices and contribute to related policies and initiatives.

What we'll need from you:

• Extensive experience in the Trade product or supporting stakeholder groups.
• Complemented by 5+ years in operational risk management, compliance, audit, or other control-related functions within the financial services industry.
• Possesses a proven track record of leading control-related projects and programs and extensive experience in risk management programs.
• Holds comprehensive knowledge of  the Trade business and functions, their risk profiles, and a deep understanding of Trade-related Policies, Standards, and Procedures.
• Demonstrates an up-to-date understanding of key risk and control concepts, tools, and trends, coupled with strong, direct experience in regulatory engagement. Expert in making sound judgment calls on both quantitative and qualitative issues.
• Exhibits excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Extensive experience communicating effectively with senior audiences.
• A Master's Degree or specialized training in risk management, business, or engineering is highly preferred.

What we can offer you:

Development Value:

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a world-class business, leveraging Citi's existing client relationships, prospective client base, extensive global network, and cutting-edge domestic Instant Payments value proposition. You'll join a diverse and growing team of passionate individuals who thrive on collaboration and innovation, with a shared commitment to risk management, compliance, and commercial success. This role provides global exposure and interaction with experts across our 50+ country footprint. You'll gain experience balancing short-term objectives with long-term strategies by working closely with internal and external stakeholders, including risk and control functions and commercialization teams. Join an institution committed to helping clients overcome the world's toughest challenges and seize its greatest opportunities.

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi London, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

· Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure

· A discretional annual performance related bonus

· Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances

· Employee Assistance Program

· Pension Plan

· Paid Parental Leave

· Special discounts for employees, family, and friends

· Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.

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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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