Reference Data Lead Analyst

Citigroup Inc.; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution in Belfast is seeking an experienced operations manager to lead complex projects and manage operational issues. The ideal candidate will have strong risk and control experience, well-developed management skills, and the ability to influence senior leaders. This role offers a competitive base salary and a hybrid working model, along with generous benefits including a substantial holiday allowance, private medical insurance, and access to various learning resources.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days

Discretionary annual performance-related bonus

Private medical insurance packages

Employee Assistance Program

Pension Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Special discounts for employees

Access to learning and development resources

Qualifications

• Experience in Risk and Control, 1st Line of Defence (1LOD), Audit or Compliance roles is a plus.
• Well-developed management skills and relevant experience managing operational functions.
• Ability to influence and negotiate with senior leaders across functions.
• Understanding of evolving governance, controls and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex and highly varying issues with significant potential impact.
• Lead projects and resolve escalated operations' issues.
• Provide sophisticated analysis and develop innovative solutions.
• Responsible for resource management and allocation for multiple teams.

Skills

Risk and Control

Operational Function Management

Stakeholder Management

Governance and Regulatory Understanding

Job description

Team Overview

RAPD stands as the cornerstone of operational integrity and strategic foresight within our enterprise. We are the architects of impeccably designed and rigorously controlled processes, setting the gold standard for efficiency and resilience. Our purview extends to the masterful navigation of intricate policy and regulatory landscapes, transforming complex changes into seamless integrations. We are the catalysts for transformation, driving continuous quality enhancements and fostering an environment where control is not merely a function, but a luxury of assured performance. RAPD embodies the pinnacle of governance, ensuring every facet of our operational framework is imbued with sophistication, security, and strategic advantage.

What you'll do

• Manages complex and highly varying issues with significant potential impact on multiple operations' areas. Individuals at this level may manage a department, product or process with a large amount of independence.
• Lead projects, resolves escalated operations' issues and/or offer solutions at an advanced level.
• Liaises with multiple Operations teams/departments.
• Serves as analytical and/or procedural expert, representing a unit or team on cross functional processes or project deliverables.
• Stays abreast of the organization's operational procedures and best practices in business strategy and process/quality improvements; using such knowledge to recommend customized business solutions to internal clients.
• Serves as subject matter expert in business, planning and analysis for operations area supported.
• Acts as advisor or coach to new or lower level personnel on operational processes/procedures across multiple functions and/or departments.
• Provides in-depth and sophisticated analysis with interpretive thinking to define problems, develop innovative solutions, and streamline operational processes.
• Responsible managing overall resource management and allocation of work for assigned operations area for multiple teams/projects.
• 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.

What we need from you

• Experience in Risk and Control, 1st Line of Defence (1LOD), Audit or Compliance roles is a plus.
• Well-developed management skills and relevant experience managing operational functions.
• Ability to influence and negotiate with senior leaders (across functions); ability to communicate with external parties.
• Understanding of evolving governance, controls and regulatory requirements relating to operational controls.
• Demonstrated excellence at identifying stakeholders, understanding needs, and driving decision-making/resolution in a collaborative approach which includes vetting/troubleshooting.

What we can offer you

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 Belfast, 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 host of additional benefits such as:

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
• A discretionary 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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