Cross-disciplinary Controls Sr. Analyst

The Cross-disciplinary Controls Sr. Analyst is a seasoned professional role and forms part of the first line of defense. The role is to provide Independent Control Oversight of Services Operations. Partnering with the Operations team, the successful candidate will have support to our partners to identify and proactively address key Control issues. The candidate should apply in-depth disciplinary knowledge, contributing to the development of new techniques and the improvement of processes and workflow for the area or function. Integration of subject matter and industry expertise within a defined area. Requires in-depth understanding of how areas collectively integrate within the sub-function as well as coordinate and contribute to the objectives of the function and overall business. Evaluates moderately complex and variable issues with substantial potential impact, where development of an approach/taking of an action involves weighing various alternatives and balancing potentially conflicting situations using multiple sources of information. Requires good analytical skills to filter, prioritize and validate potentially complex and dynamic material from multiple sources. Strong communication and diplomacy skills are required. Regularly assumes informal/formal leadership role within teams. Involved in coaching and training of new recruits' Significant impact in terms of project size, geography, etc. by influencing decisions through advice, counsel and/or facilitating services to others in area of specialization. Work and performance of all teams in the area are directly affected by the performance of the individual.

Responsibilities:

• Acts as a key member of the Custody Control team, supporting the design, implementation and monitoring of controls. Participates in the application of operational risk policies, technology and tools, and governance processes to create lasting solutions for minimizing losses from failed internal processes, inadequate controls, and emerging risks. Driving process improvements using various tools available.
• Contributes to risk assessments and drives actions to address the root causes that persistently lead to operational risk losses by challenging both historical and proposed practices.
• Provides governance and oversight may include (not limited to) technology operational risk, risk for example.
• Coordinates audits, examinations, and deliverable requirements from internal and external reviewers by supporting coordinating activities.
• Prepare and present control dashboard, metrics and report to senior stakeholders
• Ensures project completion, special assignments, and other ad hoc activities as required.
• Ensures the Operations Team is following all regulatory policies and procedures.
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision. Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating 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.

Qualifications:

• 5-8 years relevant experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Customer focused with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment collaborating across diverse groups
• Demonstrated understanding of operational risk and gap identification
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to present a compelling case to influence others where appropriate
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with AI tools, data visualization and automated solutions
• Strong knowledge of Custody products, experience in Cash/FX product is preferred

Education:

• Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience

Job Family Group:

Controls Governance & Oversight

Job Family:

Cross-disciplinary Controls

Time Type:

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Communication, Constructive Debate, Controls Assessment, Controls Lifecycle, Escalation Management, Issue Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management.

Other Relevant Skills

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

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