Senior Vice President, Cross-Disciplinary Controls Senior Lead Analyst

Citigroup Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution is seeking an experienced operational risk management professional in Dubai. This role involves assessing control effectiveness, managing risk enhancements, and executing compliance policies. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in the field, strong analytical and leadership skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers a full-time contract and competitive benefits, reflecting the company's commitment to employee well-being and social impact.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Positive work culture

Employee well-being programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in operational risk management, compliance, audit, or control functions.
• Ability to identify, measure, and manage key risks and controls.
• Expert knowledge in development and execution of controls.

Responsibilities

• Assess the effectiveness of existing controls and implement necessary changes.
• Manage controls enhancements to increase efficiency and reduce risk.
• Drive execution of Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Business Acumen

Communication

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's/University degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Team/Role Overview:

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in client management, problem solving and communication to Citi’s Treasury & Trade Solutions team.

By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Treasury and Trade Solutions (TTS) is a market leading, award‑winning provider of cash management, cards and trade solutions to financial institutions, public sector, and corporate clients around the world. With a global network spanning 90+ countries, we are uniquely qualified to service clients with local and Cross‑Border interests and provide integrated reporting and management.

TTS is a highly innovative organization with a strong digital agenda; new products and services are continuously being developed to meet our client’s rapidly evolving treasury requirements and unlock new opportunities for growth. We provide clients with dynamic information, tools, and APIs to effectively manage their portfolios, financial positions, working capital and supply chains.

Individuals in Cross Disciplinary Controls are responsible for multiple activities within the Controls capabilities such as assessment & design, MCA, QA, Monitoring & Testing, Issue Management and/or Governance Reporting & Analysis for effective end‑to‑end oversight, design, implementation, and execution of controls. Individuals in this role may cover a broad range of in‑business/function risk and control responsibilities rather than focusing on one specific role.

What you’ll do:

• Assess the effectiveness of existing controls, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing necessary changes.
• Continually drive and manage controls enhancements focused on increasing efficiency and reducing risk.
• Drive execution of Enterprise Risk Management Framework and adherence with Risk Mgmt. / Compliance Policies.
• Support oversight of the MCA program, including the annual/semi‑annual/quarterly/monthly attestation, quality oversight, and related reporting.
• Drive execution of the MCA in accordance with the Operational Risk Management Policy & Framework, as well as applicable Policies, Standards, and Procedures.
• Responsible for the assessment of activities and processes as per required Policies, Standards and Procedures to strengthen risk management quality.
• Responsible for the coordination and comprehensive management of issues with key stakeholders, aka largely product managers who own issues
• Drive issue quality reviews ensuring compliance with Issue Management Policy, Standards and Procedures.
• Manage the development and implementation of standardized risk and controls reporting to ensure sound, reliable, and consistent information exists across the organization, enabling better management and decision making in line with the expectations of senior management, Board, and Regulators.
• Support 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 behaviour, 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.

What we’ll need from you:

• 10+ years of experience in operational risk management, compliance, audit, or other control‑related functions in the financial services industry.
• Ability to identify, measure, and manage key risks and controls. Track record leading Control related projects and programs
• Ability to see the big pictures with high attention to critical details.
• Develop and implement strategy and process improvement initiatives.
• Comprehensive knowledge 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.
• Expert knowledge in the development and execution for controls.
• Proven experience in control related functions in the financial industry.
• Proven experience in implementing sustainable solutions and improving processes.
• Expert understanding of compliance laws, rules, regulations, and best practices.
• Deep understanding of Citi’s Policies, Standards, and Procedures.
• Strong leadership, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong 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.
• Bachelor's/University degree, master’s degree preferred.

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best‑in‑class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well

Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive

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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