Structured Trade Senior Group Manager - Director

Citi; New York (NY); On-site; USD 170,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global leadership

Global network access

Team autonomy

Hybrid work model

Learning resources

Competitive compensation

Performance-driven culture

Job summary

Citi’s Services business is seeking a Senior Group Manager to lead origination, structuring, and execution of complex cross-border trade transactions. You’ll drive capital efficiency, define optimal structures, and partner with global teams to expand in emerging markets from New York.

With 15+ years in trade finance and risk management, you’ll steer large-scale deals, build bank syndicates, and shape strategic direction while ensuring governance and compliance across regions.

Qualifications

• 15 or more years of experience in trade & working capital solutions, structured finance or a related field.
• Deep expertise in trade product knowledge and credit risk management, including direct experience structuring transactions across trade finance, commodities, asset distribution, and related financing pillars.
• Track record of executing complex financing transactions with global counterparties, including corporates, financial sponsors, fintechs, investors, and legal and accounting advisors.
• Strong command of risk governance frameworks, with the ability to assess credit, operational, and compliance risks and maintain accountability at both a team and portfolio level.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple concurrent transactions, priorities, and stakeholder relationships across regions.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent university-level education in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Originate and lead the execution of complex, cross-border trade finance transactions, acting as a primary structuring authority for North America.
• Define optimal transaction structures that address client needs across all critical dimensions, including accounting treatment, balance sheet and capital efficiency, cross-border constraints, level of recourse, legal vehicle selection, and operational risk.
• Lead the development of new execution capabilities targeting emerging market segments, including e-commerce, inventory finance, and middle market clients, bringing these opportunities to market with speed and precision.
• Partner with asset distribution and balance sheet management teams to secure market appetite for transactions, manage capital objectives, and build and lead bank syndicates for large-scale deals.
• Generate new origination and distribution channels in collaboration with capital markets teams, with a focus on bundled solutions and emerging markets growth.
• Contribute to team strategy and drive performance across a team of Trade Structuring Analysts and Specialists, serving as the first line of accountability for credit, operational, and compliance risk within the group.
• Identify replicable structures and cross-sector opportunities, strengthening connectivity between regional transactors and expanding the business pipeline through targeted market research and client engagement.
• Represent Citi at relevant industry forums and trade councils, monitoring market trends and translating them into timely, actionable solutions for the business.

Skills

Trade finance expertise

Credit risk management

Cross-border structuring

Deal origination & execution

Leadership & team management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field

Master's degree in finance, business, or related discipline

Job description

Services provides global solutions that help corporations, financial institutions, public sector and commercial clients optimize operations and drive their business forward. Through our five business lines - Liquidity Management Services, Payments, Trade & Working Capital Solutions, Investor Services and Issuer Services - we provide cash management, payments/receivables solutions, working capital solutions, post-trade securities services and issuer services across Citi's global network.

Citi is looking for a Structured Trade Senior Group Manager to lead origination, structuring, and execution of complex trade transactions across the globe. Sitting within Citi's Services business - one of the world's most expansive trade and cash management networks, operating across more than 90 countries - carries significant strategic ownership across a material global portfolio. This is a rare opportunity to shape next-generation trade and working capital solutions, drive growth into new markets, and work with a high-performing team at one of the world's leading financial institutions.

Responsibilities

• Originate and lead the execution of complex, cross-border trade finance transactions, acting as a primary structuring authority for North America.

• Define optimal transaction structures that address client needs across all critical dimensions, including accounting treatment, balance sheet and capital efficiency, cross-border constraints, level of recourse, legal vehicle selection, and operational risk.

• Lead the development of new execution capabilities targeting emerging market segments, including e-commerce, inventory finance, and middle market clients, bringing these opportunities to market with speed and precision.

• Partner with asset distribution and balance sheet management teams to secure market appetite for transactions, manage capital objectives, and build and lead bank syndicates for large-scale deals.

• Generate new origination and distribution channels in collaboration with capital markets teams, with a focus on bundled solutions and emerging markets growth.

• Contribute to team strategy and drive performance across a team of Trade Structuring Analysts and Specialists, serving as the first line of accountability for credit, operational, and compliance risk within the group.

• Identify replicable structures and cross-sector opportunities, strengthening connectivity between regional transactors and expanding the business pipeline through targeted market research and client engagement.

• Represent Citi at relevant industry forums and trade councils, monitoring market trends and translating them into timely, actionable solutions for the business.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 15 or more years of experience in trade & working capital solutions, structured finance or a related field

• Deep expertise in trade product knowledge and credit risk management, including direct experience structuring transactions across trade finance, commodities, asset distribution, and related financing pillars.

• Track record of executing complex financing transactions with global counterparties, including corporates, financial sponsors, fintechs, investors, and legal and accounting advisors.

• Strong command of risk governance frameworks, with the ability to assess credit, operational, and compliance risks and maintain accountability at both a team and portfolio level.

• Exceptional organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple concurrent transactions, priorities, and stakeholder relationships across regions.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent university-level education in a relevant field.

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Master's degree in finance, business, or a related discipline.

• Familiarity with middle office, portfolio management, and operational reconciliation processes within a structured trade or capital markets environment.

• Established relationships within trade finance industry bodies, forums, or advisory councils.

What We Offer

At Citi's Services business, you will be part of a globally connected business that operates one of the largest proprietary banking networks in the world. This role offers the platform, resources, and scale to make a measurable impact on a business that defines how global trade finance works - and is actively building what comes next.

• Strategic leadership at global scale, with direct influence over a material trade finance portfolio.

• Access to Citi's unmatched global network, spanning more than 90 countries, enabling cross-border execution and client engagement at the highest level.

• The autonomy to shape team strategy, develop new products, and drive origination in emerging market segments with genuine entrepreneurial scope.

• A hybrid working model offering 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, providing flexibility alongside strong team collaboration.

• Ongoing access to learning and professional development resources, keeping you at the forefront of trade finance innovation and market developments.

• Competitive financial wellbeing, including compensation structures commensurate with senior leadership responsibility and long-term value creation.

• A performance-driven environment where your contributions directly shape business outcomes and career progression at a global financial institution.

Job Family Group:

Product Management and Development

Job Family:

Trade Structuring

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

New York New York United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$170,000.00 - $300,000.00

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.

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

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

Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Sep 10, 2026

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