Cross-disciplinary Controls Lead Analyst - C13 - SHANGHAI

Citi; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking a Cross-disciplinary Controls Lead Analyst in Shanghai to oversee multi-faceted control activities across assessment, design, MCA, QA, and governance reporting. You will partner with senior management to drive risk-aware decision making and strengthen the control environment.

The role requires deep knowledge of risk management frameworks, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple initiatives in a dynamic global bank.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years in operational risk management, compliance, audit, or controls in financial services.
• Identify, measure, and manage key risks and controls.
• Strong knowledge in development and execution of controls.
• Experience in control-related functions in financial services.
• Experience implementing sustainable process improvements.
• Understand compliance laws, rules, and Citi policies.
• Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support assessment of effectiveness of existing controls, identify improvements, and implement changes.
• Drive controls enhancements to increase efficiency and reduce risk.
• Assist in the Enterprise Risk Management Framework and policy adherence.
• Support MCA program oversight, attestation, quality oversight, and reporting.
• Execute MCA per ORM Policy & Framework and applicable standards.
• Assess activities per required policies to strengthen risk management quality.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop corrective action plans for control gaps.
• Participate in issue quality reviews and compliance with Issue Management Policy.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Assessment

Business Acumen

Governance

Issue Management

Process Design

Risk Management Lifecycle

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Controls Lifecycle

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cross-disciplinary Controls Lead Analyst - C13 - SHANGHAI

Job Req Id:

26991906

Location(s):

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China

Job Type:

Hybrid

Posted:

Sep. 10, 2026

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Job Overview

Individuals in Cross Disciplinary Controls are responsible for multiple activities within the Controls capabilities such as assessment & design, MCA, QA, Monitoring & Testing, Issue Management and/or Governance Reporting & Analysis for effective end to end oversight, design, implementation, and execution of controls. Individuals in this role may cover a broad range of in-business/function risk and control responsibilities rather than focusing on one specific role.

Responsibilities:

• Support the assessment the effectiveness of existing controls, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing necessary changes.
• Help drive and manage controls enhancements focused on increasing efficiency and reducing risk.
• Assist in the execution of Enterprise Risk Management Framework and adherence with Risk Management and Compliance Policies.
• Help support the oversight the MCA program, including the annual/semi-annual/quarterly/monthly attestation, quality oversight, and related reporting.
• Assist in the execution of the MCA in accordance with the ORM Policy & Framework, as well as applicable Policies, Standards, and Procedures.
• Help assess activities and processes as per required Policies, Standards and Procedures to strengthen risk management quality.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop comprehensive corrective action plans to address identified control gaps or failures
• Participate in issue quality reviews ensuring compliance with
• Issue Management Policy, Standards and Procedures • Support development of standardized risk and controls reporting to ensure sound, reliable, and consistent information exists across the organization, enabling better management and decision-making in line with the expectations of senior management, Board, and Regulators.
• Participate in the oversight of the operations of Citi's governance committees, including coordinating meetings, managing agendas, and ensuring follow-up on action items.
• 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, as well as effectively supervise the activity of teams and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards

Recommended Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6-10 years of experience in operational risk management, compliance, audit, or other control-related functions in the financial services industry.
• Ability to identify, measure, and manage key risks and controls.
• Strong knowledge in the development and execution for controls.
• Proven experience in control related functions in the financial industry.
• Proven experience in implementing sustainable solutions and improving processes.
• Understanding of compliance laws, rules, regulations, and best practices.
• Understanding of Citi’s Policies, Standards, and Procedures.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex risk and control activities and processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to engage at the senior management level.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Education:

Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred

Job Family Group:

Controls Governance & Oversight

Job Family:

Cross-disciplinary Controls

Time Type:

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Analytical Thinking, Assessment, Business Acumen, Constructive Debate, Controls Lifecycle, Governance, Issue Management, Process Design, Risk Management Lifecycle, Stakeholder Management.

Other Relevant Skills

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

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