HR Business Execution Lead, Senior Manager

Citi; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 141,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is looking for a Senior Manager to lead HR Business Execution across financial planning, workforce strategy, and technology investment — a role that sits at the intersection of operational rigor and strategic advisory within Citi's HR function.

In this position, you will act as a trusted partner to the HR Leadership Team, translating financial and workforce data into actionable decisions that improve efficiency and drive outcomes at scale.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience operating in global, complex environments.
• Experience managing teams and delivering results in a financial services or similarly regulated industry.
• Strong analytical capability to interpret financial and headcount data, build business cases, and communicate findings to senior audiences.
• Track record of managing financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, accruals, and P&L oversight.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and manage competing priorities without sacrificing quality or delivery pace.
• Clear and confident communicator, both in writing and in conversation, with ability to engage at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and workforce management for the HR function, including ownership of the Annual Operating Plan, quarterly financial forecasts, and the hiring request process through the Workforce Management Council.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the HR Leadership Team, translating complex financial and operational data into clear recommendations that support leadership decision-making.
• Oversee the annual Technology Investment review process for HR, evaluating proposed initiatives and quantifying ROI in terms of resource efficiencies and operational impact.
• Lead cross-HR initiatives related to financial and workforce strategy.
• Manage cross-functional administrative and operational duties, including financial reporting, headcount accuracy, real estate planning, and resource onboarding and offboarding.
• Deliver oversight of operational reporting processes, ensuring quality, consistency, and accuracy of outputs.
• Assess risk in business decisions with a clear lens on compliance, controls, and ethical standards, ensuring issues are escalated and resolved with full transparency.
• Manage team of 5-6 direct reports in various global locations.

Skills

Global environment experience

Senior stakeholder management

Financial planning & budgeting

Data interpretation

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

HR Business Execution Lead, Senior Manager

Job Req Id:

26991792

Location(s):

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Job Type:

Hybrid

Posted:

Sep. 01, 2026

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Job Overview

Citi is looking for a Senior Manager to lead HR Business Execution across financial planning, workforce strategy, and technology investment — a role that sits at the intersection of operational rigor and strategic advisory within Citi's HR function. In this position, you will act as a trusted partner to the HR Leadership Team, translating financial and workforce data into actionable decisions that improve efficiency and drive outcomes at scale. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced operations leader who thrives in complex, matrixed environments and can bring clarity to ambiguous challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and workforce management for the HR function, including ownership of the Annual Operating Plan, quarterly financial forecasts, and the hiring request process through the Workforce Management Council.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the HR Leadership Team, translating complex financial and operational data into clear recommendations that support leadership decision-making.
• Oversee the annual Technology Investment review process for HR, evaluating proposed initiatives and quantifying return on investment in terms of resource efficiencies and operational impact.
• Lead cross-HR initiatives related to financial and workforce strategy.
• Manage cross-functional administrative and operational duties, including financial reporting, headcount accuracy, real estate planning, and resource onboarding and offboarding.
• Deliver oversight of operational reporting processes, ensuring quality, consistency, and accuracy of outputs.
• Assess risk in business decisions with a clear lens on compliance, controls, and ethical standards, ensuring issues are escalated and resolved with full transparency.
• Manage team of 5-6 direct reports in various global locations.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 10 or more years of experience operating in global, complex environments with multiple senior stakeholders across functions or geographies.
• Demonstrated experience managing teams and delivering results in a financial services or similarly regulated industry.
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to interpret financial and headcount data, build business cases, and communicate findings clearly to senior audiences.
• Track record of managing financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, accruals, and profit and loss oversight.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and manage competing priorities without loss of quality or delivery pace.
• Clear and confident communicator, both in writing and in conversation, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of an organization.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.

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Job Family Group

Business Strategy, Management & Administration

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Job Family

Business Execution & Administration

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Time Type

Full time

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Primary Location

Jacksonville Florida United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range

$141,440.00 - $212,160.00

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.

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Most Relevant Skills

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Other Relevant Skills

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Anticipated Posting Close Date

Sep 08, 2026

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