Markets E-Trading Risk and Controls Senior Vice President

Team Overview

E-Trading Risk and Controls (ETRC) is a First-Line risk team which is part of the Global Markets COO function. ETRC works with Global Markets E‑Trading businesses, CAOs and second‑line functions to implement the E‑Trading Risk Framework.

Key responsibilities include:

• Real‑Time Monitoring of Citi’s algorithmic trading activities for signs of disorderly trading from a cross‑asset perspective
• Governance and oversight of E‑Trading businesses across Markets, which includes annual attestation/review of key E‑Trading documentation, and Market Access Rule for the US
• Project management of key markets‑wide E‑Trading initiatives and remediation of corrective actions arising from Regulatory and Internal Audit findings.
• Design, deliver, and maintain Market’s E‑Trading Controls, such as Citi’s golden‑source repository for E‑Trading Strategies (algorithms)/Applications and the E‑Trading limits management system.
• Lead reviews by global banking and securities regulators, Compliance testing, and Internal Audit of E‑Trading business, including preparation of responses to findings and corrective action plans (as needed).

This role that will report into the NAM and LATAM Head of ETRC in New York. The key responsibilities include:

• Perform Real‑Time Monitoring (RTM) one/two days a week including Bank Holidays (when required). RTM involves monitoring and investigating relevant alerts that could indicate signs of disorderly trading. For relevant alert triggers, ETRC escalates to trading desks, management and Second Line of Defence where necessary.
• Lead the market access reviews/attestation from a cross‑asset perspective, while ensuring adherence to the market access controls and oversight protocols as required by the 15c3‑5 Market Access Rule
• Participate as the regional lead for NAM to ensure robust governance for the E‑Trading limits management system while disseminating key changes and asset class implications to key stakeholders by following strong program management protocols
• Own the issue management workstream for the team by providing oversight of remediation plans for ETRC or Businesses (where relevant) and maintaining strong relationship with the Markets Testing Team, Compliance Testing and Internal Audit.
• Provide expert guidance to the Businesses with respect to the E‑Trading Governance framework and represent ETRC at Product Level Governance forums.
• Assist with key E‑Trading initiatives and remediation of ETRC enhancement projects for the NAM region as required.
• Develop and manage key relationships with the NAM E‑Trading Businesses, Technology, Risk and Compliance functions.
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.

• Subject matter expertise with Electronic Trading Risks, Controls and Market Structure
• 10+ years relevant work experience in Business Risk & Controls, Compliance or Audit
• Deep knowledge of E‑Trading regulation and guidance and best practices
• Experience with designing and managing centralized E‑Trading tools (limit databases, risk and control inventories) from a technical and project delivery perspective
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Effective organizational influencing skills required
• Excellent problem‑solving skills
• Ability to see the big picture with high attention to critical detail
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategy and process improvement initiatives.

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

Risk Management

In‑Business Risk

Full time

New York New York United States

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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),…