Futures & Derivatives Clearing - Control Team, AVP

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in analysis, problem solving and communication to Citi’s Futures Team.

Our Operations groups are core to the success of the Markets business.  We support a wide range of internal stakeholders including Front Office Sales and Trading Desks, Compliance, Legal, Finance and HR; alongside having significant interaction with external clients, playing a key role in the overall client experience.

A role within Markets Operations means that you will have a truly global reach, in a supportive environment which will provide you with new experiences and development opportunities.

You can play an important part in transforming and simplifying our operating model, creating an exciting environment which encourages diversity of thought and inclusion within an organisation that authentically values and invests in its people

This role sits within the Futures Derivatives Clearing (FDC) Control Group and is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team within London, with focus on excellence in controls facing our counterparts, also within balance sheet control

What you’ll do:

• Help to manage a team covering critical control functions across FDC.  An ability to create a positive environment to constructively challenge and develop our people and processes will be key to success in this role
• An ability to critically assess processes and produce detailed requirements where improvements are required
• Solve complex inquiries, and complete due diligence activities for management requests, Audits etc.
• Provide detailed analysis of issues where necessary and recommend actions for tactical and strategic fixes
• Drive and champion change across the team, deliver solutions to implement process improvements partnering with a number of internal stakeholders across Operations, the Business, Technology and Finance
• Use MIS to establish trends in data and partner with technology and/or operations partners to deliver creative solutions to increase controls within the department
• An understanding of accounting flows of the derivatives product life cycle to partner with Finance on balance-sheet substantiation efforts

What we’ll need from you:

• Previous product relevant experience preferred.
• People management experience is preferred
• A background as a finance controller is preferred
• Experience with large scale system migrations is preferred
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work independently

Qualifications:

• Prior relevant experience
• Experience in a derivatives processing role or as a financial controller
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills

What we can offer you:

This role provides an opportunity to gain global exposure at senior management level and an in depth understanding of the full trade life cycle.

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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