SVP, Risk Identification Research and Analysis (Hybrid)

Background

Citi’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) function is responsible for aligning and overseeing risk management across the organization and driving execution of enterprise programs. The ERM operating model ensures consistent identification, measurement, monitoring, control and reporting of risk across individual risk categories and in aggregate.

Within ERM, Citi’s Enterprise Risk Identification (Risk ID) function is responsible for comprehensive risk identification across Citi’s businesses and functions.

Within Risk ID, the Risk ID Research and Analysis team undertakes proactive risk monitoring related to financial (macro, market, sector, geopolitics) and non-financial risk topics, which is used both internally (Top Management, Board of Directors, Citi’s Businesses and Functions) and externally (Regulators, Rating Agencies).

Role Summary:

The successful candidate will form a part of the Risk ID Research and Analysis team and assist with the team mandate of:   

• Proactive identification and monitoring of key macro, market, sector risks by way of weekly / monthly / quarterly publications
• Deep-dive, fundamental-based analysis on key risks, their drivers and how these may impact Citi
• Deep-dive analysis on adhoc / less-known Risk topics (e.g., third-party risks, AI risks), as requested by Citi’s Senior Risk Management, in collaboration with Citi’s internal subject matter experts (SMEs).
• Creation of stress testing proposals for key risk topics and clearly outlining how the Bank portfolio may be impacted.
• Narration of risk in a reader-friendly but still-comprehensive manner, via creation of research documents (short notes, visuals, thematic papers)
• Execution of Citi vs. peers’ risk analysis, using CCAR / DFAST stress test results, bank quarterly earnings, 10Q/Ks.
• Creation of the team’s governance, controls and data quality processes, as well as post-creation alignment.

The candidate should be able to:

• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for senior stakeholders and / or other team members on an assigned risk topic.
• Identify opportunities to add value beyond the scope of formal projects. Provide thought leadership on risk topics.
• Establish and leverage cross-functional partnerships and network with key internal stakeholders across the Lines of Defense.
• Mentor junior team members in the team. Create process efficiencies, as needed. Help automate data processes and engage in technology solutions, as needed.

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience, preferably Master’s degree. Field of Study in - Analytical focus (Finance, Business Administration, Economics, etc.)

Experience and Skills:

• 10+ years of experience in research, risk management or consulting role. Relevant education / degree will count in favor of work experience.
• Knowledge of economics / banking databases and software such as Haver, Bloomberg and S&P.
• Knowledge of data visualization and presentation (e.g., Powerpoint, Tableau, Excel) is necessary, as is the ability to present complex messages in succinct manner to stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of general-purpose programming languages (e.g., R/Python) is preferred.
• Consistent demonstration of clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Experience in presentation to Senior-level internal / external clients and Senior Management preferred.
• Collaborative work style i.e., effectively interacts with partners across organizational boundaries / hierarchies.
• Should be able to step-up to single-handedly lead detail-oriented intense projects. Should be able to take reasoned decisions under pressure.
• Can-do positive attitude imperative, especially for new and lesser-known topics. Ability to think outside the box and above and beyond conventional wisdom.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects through completion, with a small team under very tight deadlines, to adhere to Senior Mgmt. requests.

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