Risk Management Independent Assurance Analyst - Vice President

Citi; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution in Belfast seeks a Quality Assurance professional to oversee Operational Risk Management processes. You will develop and execute methodologies, manage stakeholder relationships, and contribute to the governance of risk management practices. Ideal candidates will have solid experience in Internal Audit or Operational Risk Assurance, strong communication skills, and a relevant degree. This role offers a flexible hybrid work environment and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Private Medical Care Program

Life Insurance Program

Pension Plan contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Sport Card

Holidays Allowance

Sport and team activities

Learning and development resources

Annual performance-related bonus

Charity initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in Internal Audit or Operational Risk Assurance.
• Exceptional relationship management skills.
• Ability to communicate complex topics effectively.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development of Quality Assurance methodologies.
• Execute Quality Assurance activities following ORM procedures.
• Manage stakeholder engagements within the Risk organization.

Skills

Internal Audit knowledge

Operational Risk Assurance

Compliance Assurance

Relationship management

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office tools

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills and experience in Internal Audit, Operational Risk Assurance or Compliance Assurance with strong knowledge of 2nd line Testing & Monitoring routines to our Quality Assurance – Operational Risk Management (ORM) 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.

Role / Team Overview

The role holder is a strategic professional who will be a core contributor responsible for undertaking Quality Assurance of Independent Challenge, Testing & Monitoring routines undertaken by the global ORM teams. The role holder will closely follow latest trends in own field and adapt them for application within own job and the business. Additionally, the role holder will support key projects and initiatives as advised by the Head Operational Risk Assurance from time to time.

What you’ll do

• Contribute to development of Quality Assurance Methodologies.
• Responsible for execution of Quality Assurance activities following the ORM Quality Assurance Methodology and desktop procedures.
• Lead or support key projects and initiatives as advised by the Head Operational Risk Assurance.
• Contribute to learning series for the whole of Global ORM function with regards to best practices for 2nd line Challenge activities.
• Contribute to governance processes such as annual planning and change management of annual plans.
• Provide challenge to the ORM coverage and Risk SME teams for Independent Challenge activities.
• Coordinate and manage stakeholder engagements within the wider Risk organization.
• Provide management information.
• Assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating consideration for the firm’s reputation and safeguarding Citi, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to policy, applying sound ethical judgment, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

What we’ll need from you

• Substantial years of experience in Internal Audit, Operational Risk Assurance or Compliance Assurance with strong knowledge of 2nd line Testing & Monitoring routines.
• Exceptional relationship management skills; must be able to address and resolve conflict while maintaining relationships.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex topics to a broad audience.
• Detail oriented with analytical skills, as the role requires data manipulation and presentation. Expert in Microsoft Office Tools.
• Excellent communication skills required to negotiate, often at a senior level.
• Developed communication and diplomacy skills to guide and influence.
• Bachelor's degree, Master’s degree preferred.

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 whole host of additional benefits such as:

• Private Medical Care Program
• Life Insurance Program
• Pension Plan contribution (PPE Program)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program (maternity and paternity leave)
• Sport Card
• Holidays Allowance
• Sport and team recreation activities
• Special offers and discounts for employees
• Access to an array of learning and development resources
• A discretionary annual performance related bonus
• A chance to make a difference with various affinity networks and charity initiatives

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: Controls Governance & Oversight

Job Family: Governance Reporting & Analysis

Time Type: Full time