FDC Operations Reconciliations - AVP

Citigroup Inc.; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is seeking an Assistant Vice President to lead projects and influence major decisions within their operations group. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills and have relevant experience in financial operations. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions can significantly impact both the team and the clients.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays.

Discretional annual performance related bonus.

Private medical insurance packages.

Employee Assistance Program.

Pension Plan.

Paid Parental Leave.

Special discounts for employees, family, and friends.

Access to learning and development resources.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in Futures/ETD/Cleared OTC - preferably in reconciliations.
• Strong communication and team lead experience preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and present solutions.
• Liaise with multiple operations teams.
• Evaluate complex issues with substantial impact.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Diplomacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

Job description

The Assistant Vice President requires good analytical skills in order to filter, prioritize and validate potentially complex and dynamic material from multiple sources. Strong communication and diplomacy skills are required, as the successful candidate will regularly assume team lead responsibilities on an informal and at times formal basis.

There is an opportunity to make a significant impact in terms of project size, geography, etc, by influencing decisions through advice, counsel and/or facilitating services and support to others. Work and performance of all teams in the area are directly affected by the performance of this individual.

Responsibilities:

• Has the ability to lead projects and present solutions.

• Liaises with multiple Operation teams.

• Applies 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.

• Applies in-depth knowledge, contributing to the development of new techniques and processes and for the area or function.

• Integrates subject matter and industry expertise within a defined area.

• Significant impact in terms of project size, geography, etc. by influencing decisions through advice, counsel and/or facilitating to others in area.

• Evaluates moderately complex and variable issues with substantial potential impact.

• Work and performance of all teams in the area are directly affected by the performance of the individual.

• Regularly assumes informal/formal team lead role, and will be involved in coaching and training of new recruits.

• 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.

Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in Futures/ETD/Cleared OTC – preferably in reconciliations

• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication

• Knowledge of MS Excel / MS Access. Accounting knowledge. Analytical skills.

• Team lead experience would be preferred, but not essential

Education:

• Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Citi Markets Operations is currently at a pivotal point in its evolution and journey to implement a target operating model. We take pride and are passionate about our People and our culture. We are invested in ourPeople and their development. We are transforming and simplifying our operating model, creating an exciting environment which encourages diversity of thought and inclusion.

We are a dynamic, global, and diverse Organisation, with a presence in over 60 Countries; covering all front post execution Operations teams including product aligned Middle Office groups, Settlements, Margin, Asset Servicing, Listed Derivative & Commodities Operations. We support an extensive range of Capital Markets products and services including Fixed Income (FX, Rates, Credit, Muni, Cash and Derivatives) where Citi is consistently a dominant top 3 player in the market, Equity (Cash, Derivatives, Prime Brokerage, Futures, Listed Derivs, FXPB) where Citi has a significant growth program to continue to build out its capabilities and services; and Syndicates where we support both FI and EQ new issues and IPOs.

Our Operations groups are core to the success of the Markets business and have significant impact across the lifecycle of a trade. We partner extensively with a range of internal stakeholders including Front Office Sales and Trading Desks, Compliance, Legal, Finance and HR; alongside having significant interaction with our external client base, playing a key role in the overall client experience. We have a Client relationship group, dedicated to overseeing the Organizational service performance and strategic partnership for our top tier client base, where we play a key role in supporting our global clients to ensure they have a first-class experience when doing business with Citi.

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.

By joining Citi you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
• A discretional annual performance related bonus
• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
• Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits 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.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.

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Job Family Group:

Operations - Core

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Job Family:

Reconciliation

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

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

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