Risk Management Independent Assurance Analyst - VP

Risk Management Independent Assurance Analyst - VP

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Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Bring your skills and experience in Internal Audit, Operational Risk Assurance or Compliance Assurance with strong knowledge of 2nd line Testing & Monitoring routines to our Quality Assurance – Operational Risk Management (ORM) team.

By joining Citi, you will become part of a global organization whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Role / Team Overview:

The role holder is a strategic professional who will be a core contributor responsible for undertaking Quality Assurance of Independent Challenge, Testing & Monitoring routines undertaken by the global ORM teams. The role holder will closely follow latest trends in the field and adapt them for application within the job and the business. Additionally, the role holder will support key projects and initiatives as advised by the Head of Operational Risk Assurance from time to time.

What you’ll do:

• Contribute to development of Quality Assurance Methodologies.
• Execute Quality Assurance activities following the ORM Quality Assurance Methodology and desktop procedures.
• Lead or support key projects and initiatives as advised by the Head of Operational Risk Assurance.
• Contribute to learning series for the Global ORM function regarding best practices for 2nd line Challenge activities.
• Contribute to governance processes such as annual planning and change management of annual plans.
• Provide challenge to the ORM coverage and Risk SME teams for Independent Challenge activities.
• Coordinate and manage stakeholder engagements within the wider Risk organization.
• Provide management information.
• Assess risk when business decisions are made, with consideration for the firm’s reputation and safeguarding Citi, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with laws and regulations, adhering to policy, applying ethical judgment, escalating and reporting control issues with transparency.
• Lead initiatives to improve operational risk management practices and enhance organizational resilience.
• Be an enthusiastic early adopter of change; take ownership for helping others see a better future and stay positive during uncertainty.
• Engage key stakeholders early and often and seek opportunities to improve collaboration in achieving common goals.

What we’ll need from you:

• Several years of experience in Internal Audit, Operational Risk Assurance, Compliance or a related control function with strong knowledge of 2nd line Testing & Monitoring routines.
• Exceptional relationship management skills; ability to address and resolve conflict while maintaining relationships.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex topics to a broad audience.
• Detail-oriented with analytical skills, including data manipulation and presentation.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent communication skills to negotiate, often at a senior level.
• Developed communication and diplomacy skills to guide and influence.
• Bachelor’s degree;
  Master’s degree preferred.

What we can offer you:

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. We provide competitive benefits to help employees be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi Belfast, you will be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week) and a competitive base salary, plus additional benefits such as:

• Private Medical Care Program
• Life Insurance Program
• Pension Plan contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity and paternity)
• Sport Card
• Holidays Allowance
• Sport and team recreation activities
• Special offers and discounts for employees
• Access to learning and development resources
• Discretionary annual performance-related bonus
• Opportunities to participate in affinity networks and charity initiatives

Citigroup is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply, please review Accessibility at Citi and the Know Your Rights poster.