Full-Time

Business Risk and Control Group Manager

Posted on 11/15/2024

Citigroup

Citigroup

10,001+ employees

Global financial services and banking solutions

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$130.9k - $196.3kAnnually

+ Incentive Awards + Retention Awards

Senior, Expert

Tampa, FL, USA

Category
Management Consulting
Operations Consulting
Consulting
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 15+ years relevant experience
  • Experienced in Operational Risk. Knowledge of other risk disciplines (market risk, credit risk) a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of Investments including Securities, Corporate Actions, Mutual Funds, Settlement, Income Processing, Security Pricing, Brokerage Operations, Alternative Investments, and Capital Markets.
  • Demonstrated sound business judgment. Proven track record in risk and control oversight (including significant experience in identifying risks, control issues, implementing corrective actions and best practices). Track record leading Control related projects and programs.
  • Demonstrated analytical ability; asks insightful questions, break analytical challenges into workable components and draws meaningful conclusions. Well versed in breaking down complex matters into core issues and root causes that can be more readily addressed.
  • Proficient in developing new ideas to mitigate risk and improve current processes.
  • Prioritizes high impact potential problems effectively. Consistently reads different situations accurately and takes appropriate action to gain senior colleague/ client commitment. Articulate clearly how risk technology supports unit's business, as well as the issues due to gaps between the current technology and known business requirements. Ability to measure and assess the impact of stress shocks including fat-tailed risks. Well-versed in reviewing the dimensions of franchise risk.
  • Proven ability to drive successful outcomes while leading horizontally across a matrix.
  • Advanced Leadership skills Operates as a leader, with an understanding and appreciation for diverse backgrounds.
  • Bachelor’s/University degree, master’s degree preferred and managerial experience.
Responsibilities
  • Work with Global Wealth Investments Operations group (including Securities [Corporate Actions, Mutual Funds, Settlement, Income Processing, Security Pricing], Brokerage Operations, Alternative Investments, Capital Markets.)
  • 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.
  • Assist in directing teams in the implementation of the Lessons Learned Policy, including monitoring of control breaches and dissemination and learnings across other business units for process improvement to limit the occurrence of similar future events and where similar risk exposure might exist.
  • Support review and challenge, within the FLUs, on the effective design and management of controls to mitigate risks as required by the Control Standards, including implementation and operation, conducting the control monitoring, handling deficiencies, and escalating issues for resolution.
  • Establishes and oversees 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.
  • Independently assess risks and drive actions to address the root causes that persistently lead to operational risk losses by challenging both historical and proposed practices.
  • Governance and oversight may include (not limited to) technology operational risk, cyber risk for example.
  • Works with colleagues in other areas of Risk Management, Finance, Compliance/Control, and the Businesses to assure appropriate management of Operational Risk processes:
  • Facilitates accurate and appropriate reporting of operational risks to senior management and the Board of Directors.
  • Promotes the use of risk indicators.
  • Supports corporate initiatives, including those related to Operational Risk and the alignment of capital assessments with risk management objectives.
  • Drives the strategic direction of Operational Risk Management for the Consumer group, working with colleagues around the globe to:
  • Identifies emerging operational risks in the context of the current economic, regulatory, and business environment and assure that measures are being taken to mitigate these risks.
  • Analyzes operational risk data (typically losses, metrics, or assessment results) to identify areas of excessive risk and to ensure that mitigation efforts are having the desired effect(s).
  • Investigates causes for metrics that are deviating from trends and escalate situations that pose excessive risk(s).
  • Identifies root causes of major internal losses and ensure actions are taken to reduce the risk of loss from similar causes.
  • Upholds the Operational Risk Policy:
  • Provides Operational Risk oversight to assure policy and regulatory compliance.
  • Facilitates adherence to specific regulatory requirements for the Consumer franchise, including the International Convergence of Capital Measurement and Capital Standards ('Basel II').
  • Interfaces with Regulators on Operational Risk matters.
  • 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 others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
  • Liaise with ICRM and ORM to support aggregation of risks and determination of adequacy of controls and oversight of control gap remediation.
  • Liaise with Internal Audit on upcoming exams, alignment on remediation and closure processes.

Citigroup provides a variety of financial services to individuals, businesses, and governments around the world. Its offerings include consumer banking, credit services, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, and wealth management. The company operates in over 160 countries, allowing it to facilitate cross-border transactions and serve a diverse clientele. Citigroup's products work by leveraging its extensive global network and technology to provide efficient banking solutions, generating revenue through interest on loans, service fees, trading, and investment management. What sets Citigroup apart from its competitors is its strong focus on sustainability and social responsibility, as demonstrated by its investments in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. The company's goal is to create a positive financial and social impact while ensuring growth and profitability.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$59.8M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1812

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

1%
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