Business Risk & Controls Analyst - Financial Markets

Overview of Citi: Citi is a world-leading global bank. We have approximately 200 million customer accounts and a presence in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions worldwide. We provide consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management. We enable clients to achieve their strategic financial objectives by providing them with cutting-edge ideas, best-in-class products and solutions, and unparalleled access to capital and liquidity. Citi Belfast is one of the largest employers in Northern Ireland with a diverse and talented team of over 3000 people from over 40 different nationalities across our four Belfast offices. We are the only global investment bank operating in Northern Ireland. Every day, our local experts interact with global teams in over 100 countries developing and supporting next-generation technology solutions for the enterprise and delivering critical services to the bank and its customers, to make sure we are a stronger and safer organization for our clients. You will have a truly global reach, which will provide you with new experiences and development opportunities right here in Belfast iconic Titanic Quarter. Role / Team Overview: The Markets Shared Controls Group (SCG) exists to support the Markets business globally through the efficient execution of controls/ activities that are common across region, product and risk category. With a growing presence, our global team is a key part of the Citi Markets global organization delivering world-class solutions to meet the needs of our corporate, institutional, government, and individual investor clients in 160 countries and territories. We offer meaningful careers for individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and disciplines, our diversity is our strength and our people, our greatest asset. Our roles provide challenge and progression, working in an exciting and growing global Financial Markets organization based in Belfast. This role will require interaction with business management teams and support partners (Tech, ICRM, Middle Office etc) - timely escalation and remediation of issues, continued drive towards efficiency and closure of any control gaps. Members of the team are required to escalate, investigate and remediate any issues identified through the control processes. Responsibilities: Liaise with front office contacts while establishing and maintaining solid relationships with our internal partners in the business Proactively identify opportunities to optimize and streamline processes, propose solutions and lead implementation of improvements 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 Collaborating with various businesses across Markets to deliver on organizational objectives Working as part of a global team to monitor controls, provide oversight and escalate issues in a timely manner Act as the main point of contact for time sensitive issues Qualifications: Relevant experience in financial markets or business support. Knowledge of global markets traded products including downstream processing practices and related control principles a positive Leadership skills in bringing together processes that include different businesses, regions and support functions Demonstrated expertise of Microsoft Office product suite and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint preferred. Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills What we Offer: We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well. We’ll provide you with the resources to meet your unique needs, empower you to make healthy decisions, and allow you to choose which benefits suit you and your personal life best. Visit our Global Benefits page to learn more. Highlights to our core benefits include: Award winning pension On-site health services Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances Paid parental leave Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 Days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure Citi Belfast also champions diversity within our workforce, which helps us be well and live well together. We have over 40 different nationalities in our Northern Ireland offices, are a vocal supporter of LGBTQ+ rights, and are proud to have 47% of our leadership team made up of individuals who identify as women. We encourage and lead inclusivity through our Pride, Disability, Multicultural, Families Matter, and Women affinity networks that are run by and for, Citi Belfast colleagues; providing them with the support they need in their personal and professional journeys and supplying them with the tools to help educate colleagues on all things related to each network to help us work better together. ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Business Strategy, Management & Administration ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Business Execution & Administration ------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------ Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Citigroup Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Citi”) invite all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi. View the "EEO is the Law" poster. View the EEO is the Law Supplement. View the EEO Policy Statement. View the Pay Transparency Posting Click here to learn more about careers at Citi.