AVP, Product Governance Manager (UAE Nationals Only)

Citigroup Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a professional to ensure product governance and enhance client experience. The role requires 5-8 years of experience, with strong analytical skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities include managing product parameters, budgeting, and compliance. Competitive package available in Dubai.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience driving business innovation.
• Ability to work unsupervised and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assess product governance to improve client experience.
• Oversee product parameter setup and regulatory compliance.
• Work with Operations on process design and vendor procurement.

Skills

Cross functional experience

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assess relevant product governance environment to help define strategies to improve client experience and portfolio growth


• Provide insight and recommendations on control environment as well as oversee aspects of product governance


• Oversee product parameter set up, updating control dashboard on periodic basis, identifying gaps in regulatory compliance and implementing action plan to mitigate gaps


• Work with Operations and Technology with regards to process design and vendor procurement as well as communicate business plans on marketplace approach


• Participate in budgeting and planning for strategic priorities and initiatives


• Apropriately 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.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience


• Cross functional experience (e.g. Control, Governance, acquisitions, product development, analytics)


• Demonstrated experience driving business innovation, leveraging management information, and data analytics to drive results


• Demonstrated knowledge of product development, financial acumen, and investment processes across asset classes


• Ability to work unsupervised and adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate


• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements


• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills


• Demonstrated analytical and influencing skills


• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review

View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.