Control Solutions & Risk Remediations: Payment Governance Senior Lead - Vice President

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Team/Role Overview This role is within the CSSR Payments Controls and Governance team, contributing to the guidance, governance, reporting, and oversight of payments and journal (Movement of Funds) processing. This includes key areas with the broader movement of funds scope, such as Manual Payment Processing and Initiation (MPIP), Journal payments, Preventative Payment controls (PPC) and Large Anomalous Payments Control (LAPC) within Markets Operations.

This role specifically concentrates on contributing to Movement of Funds related programs of work. You will work closely with senior Risk & Controls, Program Execution, and Payments Strategy leads, requiring interaction with global Markets Operations teams, Technology, and engagement with our second- and third-line partners.

What you'll do Drive the governance and oversight for global movement of funds related controls, contributing to the implementation of strategic goals for the Markets and Citi Payment controls operating environment. This includes assisting with controls for Approval Limits Framework (ALF), Manual Payment Processing and Initiation (MPIP) and Large Anomalous Payments Control (LAPC).

Direct the compilation of governance forum agendas, preparation of materials relating to payment metrics and controls. Capture quarterly control and governance data gathering and sign off for control and MCA attestations. Contribute to the monitoring of in-scope applications for payment/movement of funds activity controls and help determine risk-based prioritization for any ensuing uplift requirements or opportunities.

Assess requests for deviations and exceptions to payment related policy and procedure guidelines and updates required in relation to Processing and Fraud Risk compliance and Manager Control Assessment (MCA) activities. Collaborate with Operations Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to define key business requirements for identifying payment/movement of funds flows.

This involves identifying and documenting critical data elements within processing systems to enable the establishment of rules-based controls for the management of large and anomalous payments. Analyse Operational Risk Events associated with payments, movement of funds and movement of assets to track thematic issues and determine control landscape enhancements.

Manage individual control and governance responsibilities, including Issue and CAP milestone tracking, task and actions management, coordination, and execution of plans within required timelines and to stakeholder quality expectations, with a focus on payment control initiatives.

Address business ad-hoc queries and requirements related to payment controls and governance Foster and maintain effective working relationships with business and technology stakeholders, actively participating in working groups, steering committees, and workshops as required for payment governance initiatives.

Partner with Fraud and Processing Risk Operational Risk Management (2nd Line) on key risk issues to determine risk impact. Identify risks related to payment processes, supporting their management to resolution or escalating them appropriately.

Exercise independent judgment and autonomy in day-to-day tasks, operating with a moderate level of direct supervision. Demonstrate strong attention to detail when making judgments and recommendations based on the analysis of factual information pertaining to payment transactions and controls.

Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citi, 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.

What we'll need from you Significnat experience, with a proven track record as a Business Analyst or Project Manager within the Financial Services/Investment Banking industry, ideally with exposure to payments or risk & control functions. Knowledge of Markets Operations businesses/ functions is required.

Knowledge & understanding of payments/ movement of funds workflows and controls beneficial. Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and take ownership of various parts of a project or initiative.

Able to lead conference calls and produce meeting agendas, materials, and minutes. Must be extremely organized, motivated and a self-starter. Ability to prioritize and multi-task is key. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to clearly document findings and put together proposals for solutions.

Excellent Excel, Powerpoint and process mapping skillsets required. Ability to work in fast paced environment under tight contractual deadlines. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate to a range of audiences and facilitate discussions.

Willingness to ask questions, challenge the process and seek out answers. What we can offer you 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.

By joining Citi Belfast, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as: Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure A discretional annual performance related bonus Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances Employee Assistance Program Pension Plan Paid Parental Leave Special discounts for employees, family, and friends Access to an array of learning and development resources Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day.

We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive. Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities. ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Controls Governance & Oversight ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Control Design ------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------ Most Relevant Skills Analytical Thinking, Business Insights, Constructive Debate, Controls Lifecycle, Digital Skills (Including AI), Policy, Procedure, and Regulation, Process Design, Program Management, Risk Management Lifecycle, Stakeholder Management. ------------------------------------------------------ Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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