Wholesale Lending Products - Business Strategy & Execution - AVP

Citi is seeking a high-performing, highly motivated professional with a background in wholesale lending, project/program management and experience in effectively managing risks and building robust controls to support the Institutional Credit Management (ICM) Wholesale Lending Product Management (WLPM) activities. A successful candidate will have developed communication and diplomacy skills to guide and influence stakeholders while implementing change.  Wholesale Lending Product Execution Assistant Vice President is responsible for supporting multiple aspects of the loan products lifecycle including but not limited to supporting external/internal audits execution, issues management, regulations and policies impact assessment and data quality management. 

Responsibilities:

• Supports WLPM staff primarily focusing on ICM WLPM risk & controls mandate.

• Provides guidance in identifying risks, performing inherent risk assessment, and designing and implementing appropriate controls.

• Recommends actions for future developments & strategic business opportunities, as well as enhancements to operational policies

• Assists with managing and monitoring of issues owned by ICM WLPM organization for timely remediation and provide guidance and support issue owners with mitigation efforts.

• Reviews new guidelines and regulations and support the business to ensure comprehensive adoption.

• Participates in evaluating applicability of updates to Regulations globally as well as Citi Policy and Standards, Strategic & Tactical Changes across the Firm and ensuring process and controls are updated adequately to account for the new requirements or changes.

• Supports Internal and External Control and Independent Testing organizations (Internal/external audit, Regulatory, control self-assessment, Compliance, etc.) and designing corrective actions addressing identified deficiencies.

• Continuously improve processes and strategies by exploring and evaluating new data sources, tools, and capabilities.

• Work closely with internal and external business partners in building, implementing, tracking and improving controls throughout the ICM WLPM workflow.

• Ensures procedures, process notes and other documentation are up-to-date and applied adequately.

• 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:

• At least 3 + years’ experience in the business risk and controls domain focusing on wholesale lending products; Audit experience is a plus.

• Proven experience in independently handling projects and interacting with teams across multiple lines of defense in a fast-paced environment.

• Understanding process flow mapping, relevant software/systems and controls supporting safe and sounds practices in the wholesale loans lifecycle.

• Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to see the 'big picture with high attention to critical details.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

• Interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and with teams across different geographic locations.

• A proactive and “no surprises” approach in communicating issues.

Education:

• Bachelors/University degree, Master’s degree preferred

Applicants with experience in auditing wholesale lending products and processes are highly encouraged to apply for the role.

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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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