Jobs at Citi

Overview

Acting as the functional heart of our business, Operations makes everything work on time and on target, in a world that demands lightning-fast transaction speeds, pinpoints execution accuracy and full visibility. It ensures global transactions flow smoothly around the clock, wherever we do business. Without it, the daily clearance, settlement and execution of a trillion dollars’ worth of trades and the weekly movement of tens of billions of dollars in dozens of world currencies would come to a complete standstill.

Responsibilities:

• Create customized transaction services reports based on data analysis
• Monitor and research errors to ensure adherence to audit and control policies
• Resolve transaction services issues and use technical expertise/ judgment to conduct complex analysis
• Anticipate and respond to requests for transaction deliverables from internal and external clients and vendors
• Develop and recommend strategic decisions based off in-depth comprehension of how the operations team interacts with others business unites in accomplishing objectives
• Assist with providing informal guidance or on-the-job-training to new team members as required
• 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 behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
• Assist the Senior Operations Management in determining and planning for the departmental needs.
• Ensure smooth flow of processing of all transactions through the internal and external Clearing processes.
• Meticulous transaction authorization given the sensitive nature of the Clearing function with special emphasis on the financial impact on the Bank. 
• Execution of automation of processes and enhancements to improve on productivity.
• Responsible for tracking and reporting on Key Risk Indicators triggers by the department.
• Liaison on issues affecting the Banking Industry on Clearing systems and processes, Participation in the KBA clearing sub-committee
• Ensuring adherence to regulations, Funding of DFCC accounts, Attendance to the clearing house, clearing house transactions
• Query resolution, clarification of transactions, fraud related issues

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in a related role within clearing / cash operations management
• Effective verbal and written skills
• Effective communication and analytical skills
• Effective relationship management skills
• Expert level proficiency in Windows, MS Project, and MS Office Suite
• Conversance with all procedures and policies governing Clearing.
• Mastery of the clearing processes and functionalities

Education:

• Bachelor’s/University degree with Second upper honours or equivalent qualification

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You're the brains behind our work.

Citi’s Europe, Middle East and Africa regional business is looking for full-time Analysts to join the team in various locations across the region.
The EM Analyst Program begins in July with a 4-week training program. Formal training begins with an orientation and induction sessions providing an overview of Citi, followed by classroom training sessions. Analysts have the opportunity to meet representatives from the teams that make up the both banking and operational divisions within Citi. The classroom training program are followed by 4 x 3-month rotations across various functions of Citi.

Your time here will look something like this

• The jobs that you will do and the responsibilities that you will be given will be as varied as your rotations. Below are some examples of the tasks the Analyst may be performing during their rotations.
• These are only examples - you will also often find yourself working on unique projects and process improvements.

Banking Divisions

• Source and create pitch and marketing material, liaising with product partners and the Bankers.
• Maintain regular and frequent dialogue with product partners to assist with relationship maintenance
• Produce and update client plans in conjunction with product partners and bankers.
• Collaborate within the team to manage the portfolio and individual client risk.
• Interact with Citi’s network around the region.
• Track market developments across the region and share geopolitical, economic and banking industry trends that may affect the business with a consultative approach.
• Prepare and analyze financials while ensuring actuals and run-rated projections meet the business plans.

Operations

• Develop a good understanding and appreciation of the operations processes. Understand the functions carried out within the subunits of operations.
• Understand workflow, key controls and key risks linked to various products. Accurately evaluate risks as they relate to key business objectives. Assess the effectiveness of key controls.
• Develop an understanding of the impact of regulatory and financial impacts on the organization.
• We provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.
• During your 4-week training program you will receive an in-depth education on a variety of topics to learn the fundamentals of the analyst role and introduce you to Citi’s culture. We are open to your degree background as we will provide you the training you require to excel.
• By the end of the program, Analysts will have the opportunity to take advantage of internal mobility opportunities and grown their corporate career.

We want to hear from you if...

• You have completed your university degree or will complete it prior to June 2022:
• You have a minimum grade of 2:1, a minimum GPA of 3.4 out of 4.0 or equivalent in any degree discipline
• You are fluent in English
• You have less than 2 years of work experience
• Attach your updated CV, full academic transcript and ID or passport copy.

Who we think will be a great fit.

• A dedication to learning and a true passion for the business are vital. As industries all over the globe continue to restructure and grow, we are hiring professionals who have a global perspective on the future of banking, and want to make an impact on the corporate level. We value diversity and so do you.

We'll also be looking for the following:

• Commitment to personal growth and career development, a strong desire to learn, and success in team environments
• Knowledge of the global or domestic business landscape is a plus, but not required
• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills
• Desire to develop a deep understanding of the financial industry
• Unquestioned commitment to integrity ethical decision-making