Strategic Tech Program Lead, Asia Markets

Citigroup Inc.

Singapore

On-site

SGD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is seeking an IT Project Tech Lead in Singapore to drive in-country technology programs within Asia Markets Technology.

You will collaborate with regional leads and senior management to deliver strategic initiatives, emphasizing regulatory matters and executable action plans, while guiding cross-functional teams. The role offers visibility into Citi's regional technology priorities, requiring strong communication, diplomacy, and an eagerness to apply AI and modern work practices

Qualifications

6–10 years of experience in a related technology role.
Background in software development or engineering is strongly preferred.
Proven experience in technology program management, ideally within financial services or capital markets, with exposure to in-country regulatory and strategic delivery contexts in Asia.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to produce executive-level presentations and written materials.
Proficiency with AI tools and productivity platforms; a genuine curiosity and motivation to apply emerging technologies to day-to-day work.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
Highly motivated and curious individual contributor mindset, with comfort operating in complex, multi-stakeholder environments and a strong orientation toward learning and execution.

Responsibilities

Develops IT work plans, schedules, resource plans, risk & issues management, and status reports for in-country business-critical and strategic technology programs across Asia Markets Technology.
Interfaces with senior project staff and client senior management teams regarding status of projects; prepares and coordinates content for management meetings, including leadership forums and governance reviews, and ensures diligent follow-up on actions and commitments.
Produces high-quality presentations, executive summaries and briefing materials tailored to senior management audiences, demonstrating excellent written communication and storytelling skills.
Works with in-country markets technology leads on in-country-specific matters, coordinating across stakeholders to ensure alignment on priorities, regulatory commitments and delivery status.
Supports the tracking and management of in-country regulatory issues and action plans, ensuring timely and accurate follow-through in alignment with Citi's policies and standards.
Recommends and oversees process improvements to enhance delivery effectiveness across the region.
Has considerable business impact through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes and industry standards.
Actively leverages AI tools and modern ways of working to enhance productivity across planning, reporting, communication and decision support, and encourages their adoption across the team.
Provides in-depth and sophisticated analysis with interpretive thinking to define problems and develop innovative solutions.
Persuades and influences others through comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills.
Appropriately assesses 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.