SVP, Operational Risk Sr Officer - Compliance for HR/Human Capital Risk - C14 (Tampa)

Citibank; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operational Risk Sr Officer I to lead initiatives that minimize losses from internal processes and emerging risks. This role requires a strategic professional with over 10 years of experience, exceptional communication skills, and a deep understanding of operational risk processes. You will be responsible for developing relationships across the business, ensuring compliance with regulations, and influencing decision-making at all levels. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive healthcare and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Wellness Programs

Paid Time Off

Planned Time Off

Unplanned Time Off

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in operational risk management.
• Exceptional communication and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Establishes operational risk policies and governance processes.
• Independently assesses risks and drives actions to address root causes.

Skills

Operational Risk Processes

Communication Skills

Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Microsoft Office Tools

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

The Operational Risk Sr Officer I is a strategic professional who closely follows latest trends in own field and adapts them for application within own job and the business. Typically a small number of people within the business that provide the same level of expertise. Excellent communication skills required in order to negotiate internally, often at a senior level. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to guide, influence and convince others, in particular colleagues in other areas and occasional external customers. Accountable for significant direct business results or authoritative advice regarding the operations of the business. Necessitates a degree of responsibility over technical strategy. Primarily affects a sub-function. Responsible for handling staff management issues, including resource management and allocation of work within the team/project.

Responsibilities:

• Establishes and oversees the application of operational risk policies, technology and tools, and governance processes to create lasting solutions for minimizing losses from failed internal processes, inadequate controls, and emerging risks.
• Independently assess risks and drive actions to address the root causes that persistently lead to operational risk losses by challenging both historical and proposed practices.
• Governance and oversight may include (not limited to) impact of various risks on Human Resources / Human Capital Risk (e.g., third party risk, technology operational risk).
• Serves as a subject matter expert for all performance issues that surface.
• Issues Management (root cause analysis, KPI/KRI/Corrective Action Plans).
• Resolves transactional level escalations coming from internal partners.
• Analyzes a multitude of scorecards/performance management tools in an attempt to mitigate exposure (risk/financial/regulatory).
• Monitors goals are met through performance, risk and relationship oversight of our risk appetite and ensures compliance.
• Collaborates to resolve any escalations which fall within the coverage area. Escalate those that require additional support and oversight.
• Develops and maintains relationships across the business users and Lines of Defense to better understand and deliver requirements by responding to changes in the internal and external business environment.
• 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.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years relevant experience
• Outstanding communication and influencing skills through all levels of the organization and with external partners and vendors.
• Exceptional relationship management skills; must be able to address and resolve conflict while maintaining relationships.
• In depth knowledge of Operational risk processes and technology platforms supporting these processes.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex topics to a broad audience.
• Detailed oriented with analytical skills, as the role requires a large amount of data manipulation and presentation.
• Expert in Microsoft Office Tools.

Education:

• Bachelor’s/University degree, Master’s degree preferred

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Job Family Group:

Risk Management

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Job Family:

Operational Risk

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Tampa Florida United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$130,880.00 - $196,320.00

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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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

May 30, 2025

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