SVP (Operations) - Citi

Jobs via eFinancialCareers; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global financial institution as an SVP in Operations. This role focuses on transforming Margins and Collateral Operations, requiring strong leadership and extensive experience in margin and collateral management. You will collaborate with diverse teams to drive initiatives that enhance efficiency and client service, while fostering a culture of inclusion and continuous improvement. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays

Performance-related bonus

Private medical insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pension Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Employee discounts

Learning and development resources

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in margin and collateral with strong understanding of regulations.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Innovative and proactive leadership qualities.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development and strategy, ensuring alignment with the target operating model.
• Drive transformation initiatives focusing on risk reduction and client service.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication

Leadership

Risk Management

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

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Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in analysis, problem solving, and communication to Citi's Markets Operations Team.

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

Team/Role Overview

Markets Operations represents the evolution and transformation of Operations in the Finance Industry, creating a uniqueness in how we deliver our products and solutions. We value our People and our culture, investing in your development and building a successful career at Citibank. We are modernizing our processes, promoting flexibility, and fostering diversity of thought and inclusion.

Our organization is global and diverse, with a presence in over 60 countries, covering all post-execution Operations teams including product aligned Middle Office groups, Settlements, Margin, Asset Servicing, Listed Derivative, Clearing & Commodities Operations. We support a wide range of Capital Markets products and services, including Fixed Income, Equity, and Syndicates, where Citi remains a top market player.

Our Operations teams are central to all activity at the firm, impacting the entire trade lifecycle. We collaborate extensively with internal stakeholders such as Front Office Sales and Trading Desks, Compliance, Legal, Finance, and HR, and maintain significant external client interactions to ensure a first-class experience.

We operate in a robust control environment, comply with regulations, and proactively identify risk reduction opportunities through continuous control evaluations. We work closely with external peers, partners, and regulators, leading initiatives to optimize and streamline processes industry-wide.

The Margin & Collateral Operations within Markets Operations helps mitigate risk, comply with regulations, and deliver best-in-class capabilities in margin and collateral management, inventory, and risk management. The Product & Business Development team within this group focuses on designing and executing products and services aligned with strategic initiatives.

Transformation

The Margin & Collateral Operations Program is a multi-year investment initiative aiming to transform our operating model through product development, process design, and platform implementation.

What You'll Do

• Operate as a senior leader within the Product & Business Development team, with deep expertise in products/services, front-to-back flows, risk, and regulations.
• Lead product development and strategy, ensuring alignment with the target operating model.
• Ensure product and service designs meet standards and are delivered on time and within budget.
• Drive transformation initiatives focusing on risk reduction, cost efficiency, client service, and revenue growth.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including technology, business, operations, and vendors.
• Provide sound evaluative judgment in complex situations, drawing from diverse sources.
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of margin and collateral optimization.
• Champion diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and robust controls.
• Develop talent through coaching and mentoring.

What We'll Need From You

• BA/BS degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in margin and collateral, with a strong understanding of regulations, securities products, practices, risks, and strategic program delivery.
• Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Innovative, flexible, collaborative, and proactive leadership qualities.
• Logical thinker with problem-solving skills and result orientation.
• Clear and concise writing and presentation skills for senior audiences.
• Sound judgment and risk management mindset, with effective controls and processes.
• Ability to build trust and establish strong relationships across the organization.
• Awareness of external and internal best practices, maintaining a fresh perspective.

What We Can Offer You

This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of Margins and Collateral Operations at Citi, with daily challenges fostering skill development and career growth.

We prioritize positive social and financial impacts, providing competitive benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Private medical insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pension Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Employee discounts.
• Learning and development resources.

We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves. Join us to explore your potential.

Job Details

Family Group: Operations - Transaction Services

Job Family: Securities and Derivatives Processing

Type: Full-time

Additional Info

Citi is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. See Citi's EEO Policy and the Know Your Rights poster for more information.