Asia South Cluster International Controls Lead - C15 - Singapore

The Asia South Cluster International Controls Lead is a senior level position responsible to lead, manage and support the controls activities performed by International Controls team in the Asia South cluster/countries. The role reports into and supports the Asia Banking and International Controls Head in   oversight/governance and delivery of controls activities for the local franchises, ensuring regulatory matters are promptly addressed, management of Escalations framework, oversight of Issues/CAPs and co-ordination of local regulatory exams/Internal audits in line with the target operating model for the unit.

Responsibilities: 

• Provide overall leadership, management and execution of the Controls strategy and operating model of the unit, with focus on fostering a culture of controls and accountability.
• Responsible for supporting MCA transformation activities and oversee the execution of the MCA in accordance with the ORM Policy & Framework, as well as applicable Policies, Standards, and Procedures in the cluster
• Manage & oversight the Escalations framework for the cluster/countries including reporting
• Lead the assessment of activities and processes as per required Policies, Standards and Procedures to strengthen risk management quality.
• Oversee regulatory exams/internal audits impacting local franchises in the Cluster
• Improve the issue management discipline of the Businesses /Clusters/Legal Entities /countries by driving accountability in the franchise, including self-identification of issues, timely and quality resolution of the issues and focus on root cause analysis and remediation as well as drive lessons learnt exercise.
• Oversee and manage franchise governance forums and franchise controls reporting activities for the countries/clusters.
• Build credible and trusted relationships with functional partners across business management, 2nd and 3rd Line of Defense colleagues.
• Closely working with Business Execution teams in maintaining a robust controls environments and supporting controls related activities.
• Co-ordinate Legal Entity risk identification process across all applicable Business and Functions, while driving standardization with global processes and Legal Entities.
• Manage and oversee the delivery of the annual Local Regulatory Requirements Review (Tier 3-5) for the Legal Entities and/or Cluster.
• Drive and manage controls enhancements focused on increasing efficiency and reducing risk.
• Oversee the execution of Enterprise Risk Management Framework and adherence with Risk Mgmt. / Compliance Policies.
• Lead the development of standard and risk controls reporting to ensure sound, reliable, and consistent information exists across the organization, enabling better management and decision-making in line with the expectations senior of management, Board, and Regulators.
• Oversee the operations of Citi's governance committees, including coordinating meetings, managing agendas, and ensuring follow-up on action items.
• 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: 

• 15+ years of experience in operational risk management, compliance, audit, or other control-related functions in the financial services industry.
• Demonstrate sound business judgment.
• Ability to see the big pictures with high attention to critical details.
• Develop and implement strategy and process improvement initiatives.
• In depth understanding of Citi’s businesses and functions and their risk profiles. 
• Developing new ideas and improving current processes to proactively mitigate risks.
• Requires an ability to provide challenge and make recommendation for risk and controls remediation.
• Proven experience in control related functions in the financial industry.
• Proven experience in implementing sustainable solutions and improving processes.
• Deep understanding of compliance laws, rules, regulations, and best practices.
• Deep understanding of Citi’s Policies, Standards, and Procedures.
• Demonstrate exceptional leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent analytical skills to evaluate complex risk and control activities and processes.
• Ability to deliver compelling presentations and influence executive audiences.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership, with strong results orientation.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to engage and inspire across stakeholder groups.
• Exceptional command in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Education: 

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

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