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Citigroup Inc

Operational Risk Sr Officer - Processing Risk - SVP (Hybrid)

Citigroup Inc, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646


The Processing Risk Manager (Operational Risk Sr Officer I) will be responsible for contributing to the design of a holistic framework to manage processing risk, assist with the development of metrics, analytics, best practices, and optimal processes for a large and complex global banking organization. The Processing Risk Manager will have a proficient level of understanding of banking operations and financial services transactions, transaction lifecycle, and industry-best practices related to sustainable process and control design and implementation.

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 asses 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) technology operational risk, cyber risk for example.

Serves as a subject matter expert for all performance issues that surface.

Issues Management (KPI/KRI/Corrective Action Plans)

Resolves transactional level escalations coming from the vendor or 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 extended supply chain and ensures compliance

Collaborates to resolve any issues which fall within the terms of the contract. Escalate those that require commercial or legal support.

Develops and maintains relationships across the business users and Lines of Defense to better understand and deliver customer 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 Mortgage Servicing Operational processes and technology platforms supporting the Operations. 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.

Third Party Oversight/Vendor Oversight experience preferred

Education:

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

The Processing Risk Manager (Operational Risk Sr Officer I) will be responsible for contributing to the design of a holistic framework to manage processing risk, assist with the development of metrics, analytics, best practices, and optimal processes for a large and complex global banking organization. The Processing Risk Manager will have a proficient level of understanding of banking operations and financial services transactions, transaction lifecycle, and industry-best practices related to sustainable process and control design and implementation.

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. Responsible for handling staff management issues occasionally, including resource management and allocation of work within the team/project.

Responsibilities:

Establishes and oversees the application of the Processing Risk Operational Risk Policy, tools, and governance processes to create lasting solutions for minimizing losses from failed internal processes, inadequate controls, and emerging risks

Governance and oversight may include (not may not be limited to) operational risk

Manage key Policy and Framework related initiatives

Serves as a subject matter expert to all Lines of Defense for all Processing Risk Policy matters

Assists with company policy escalations and event analysis as required

Provides input and review of policies and procedures impacting Processing Risk

Acts as SME for Processing Risk MCA, working with ORM and ERM as required

Develops and maintains relationships across the business users and Lines of Defense to ensure appropriate understanding of the requirements of the Processing Risk Policy exists

Appropriately assesses submissions and responses from the 1st line in accordance with requirements of the Processing Risk Policy and other ORM/ERM Policies as required

Applies sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalates, manages and reports control issues with timeliness and transparency

Qualifications:

10+ years relevant experience, ideally within an Operational Risk 1st or 2nd line team

Outstanding communication and influencing skills through all levels of the organization. Exceptional relationship management skills; must be able to address and resolve conflict while maintaining relationships. In depth knowledge of Operational Risk processes and market expectations

Ability to effectively communicate complex topics to a broad audience

Detailed oriented with both presentation and analytical skills, as the role will require oversight and ownership of multiple key initiative programs

Expert in Microsoft Office Tools

Knowledge of MCA and Control Frameworks preferred

Education:

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

Job Family Group:

Risk Management

Job Family:

Operational Risk

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Tampa Florida United States

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.

Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Nov 15, 2024

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