Credit Portfolio Officer, Vice President

Citi; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is hiring for a Credit Portfolio Officer to lead portfolio risk assessment, monitoring, and escalation aligned with Risk Management. The role requires expertise in credit policy, governance, and data analytics to inform senior management decisions.

Responsibilities include developing risk assessment frameworks, conducting SAS-based analyses, and presenting risk insights to executives. Strong independence and SME-level guidance for stakeholders are expected.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in credit card risk management or equivalent training and experience preferably in the financial services industry
• Proven ability to apply credit and risk principles toward business goals
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize and prioritize
• Proven ability to remain organized in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational and analytic skills

Responsibilities

• Develop framework for portfolio risk assessment including evaluation of credit and financial performance across varied lending products and industry segments
• Understand applicable credit policies, industry regulations and the requisite impact of those governance items to prospective new partners or product initiatives
• Establish and leverage cross-functional partnerships and network with key internal and external constituencies
• Utilize Statistical Analysis System (SAS) in a UNIX environment to perform risk, financial and data analyses including profiling, sampling, forecasting and new program due diligence
• Prepare risk management presentations for senior management that include analytics on expected portfolio performance and areas of potential risk and/or opportunity
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision. Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
• 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.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Governance

Policy

Regulation

Portfolio analysis

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Credit Portfolio Officer is a senior-level position responsible for leading activities including credit review, credit approvals and monitoring the portfolio to identify credit migration in coordination with the Risk Management team. The overall objective of this role is to manage Citi's portfolio exposure to client and counterparties globally.

Responsibilities

• Develop framework for portfolio risk assessment including evaluation of credit and financial performance across varied lending products and industry segments
• Understand applicable credit policies, industry regulations and the requisite impact of those governance items to prospective new partners or product initiatives
• Establish and leverage cross-functional partnerships and network with key internal and external constituencies
• Utilize Statistical Analysis System (SAS) in a UNIX environment to perform risk, financial and data analyses including profiling, sampling, forecasting and new program due diligence
• Prepare risk management presentations for senior management that include analytics on expected portfolio performance and areas of potential risk and/or opportunity
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision. Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in credit card risk management or equivalent training and experience preferably in the financial services industry
• Proven ability to apply credit and risk principles toward business goals
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize and prioritize
• Proven ability to remain organized in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational and analytic skills

Education

• Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master's degree preferred

Working Environment

• office setting, minimal travelling and working hours in the office may be required during projects.

Effort

• minimal physical effort required. High levels of prolonged and intense concentration may be required in front of computer.

Job Family Group

Risk Management

Job Family

Portfolio Credit Risk Management

Time Type

Full time

Primary Location

Atlanta Georgia United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range

$107,120.00 - $160,680.00

Benefits

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills

Analytical Thinking, Credible Challenge, Governance, Policy, Procedure, and Regulation, Portfolio Analysis, Risk Management Lifecycle.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date

Aug 26, 2026

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