Global Banking Strategy & Client MD

Citi; Greater London; On-site; GBP 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in London seeks a senior Banking, Client & International Strategy Managing Director to lead functional strategy across Banking, Client and International franchises. You will manage multiple teams, negotiate critical decisions, and represent Strategy in major negotiations with executive leadership and the Board.

You will drive medium- and long-term strategic priorities, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and articulate clear, data-driven recommendations to optimize capital allocation,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in a relevant field; MBA and/or CFA are a plus.
• Proven ability to translate complex data into strategic insights.
• Experience influencing senior executives and boards.
• Track record delivering measurable strategic impact in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advisor to senior Citi leadership on high-priority strategic matters.
• Lead development of multi-year strategies and translate objectives into priorities.
• Identify and drive strategic initiatives across geographies and functions.
• Assess trends, competition, client needs, and macro developments for opportunities and risks.
• Lead rigorous strategic and financial analyses related to growth, capital allocation, and value creation.
• Evaluate inorganic growth options and partnerships with stakeholders.
• Partner with leaders to set priorities, mobilize cross-functional teams, and execute initiatives.
• Collaborate with Finance to integrate priorities into financial plans and monitor performance.
• Lead special projects addressing critical directions and performance.
• Translate analysis into executive narratives and communications for leadership and board.
• Develop communications for investors, regulators, and executives.
• Establish measurable objectives and track performance impact.
• Recruit, coach, and develop high-performing teams; enable internal mobility.
• Maintain robust risk controls and regulatory compliance in all activities.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Stakeholder alignment

Leadership of large teams

Strategic advisory

Global/international perspectives

Negotiation and decision making

End-to-end strategy delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Citi in London seeks a senior Banking, Client & International Strategy Managing Director to lead functional strategy across Banking, Client and International franchises. You will manage multiple teams, negotiate critical decisions, and represent Strategy in major negotiations with executive leadership and the Board.

You will drive medium- and long-term strategic priorities, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and articulate clear, data-driven recommendations to optimize capital allocation,