- Define the future operating model for Core Trade financial products to improve profitability and simplify customer demands.
- Identify opportunities to build new products and modernize infrastructure by standardizing complex processes.
- Drive strategic capital management objectives, including significant contributions to Risk-Weighted Asset (RWA) reduction.
- Measure performance against industry peers to ensure our offerings remain best-in-class.
- Define and implement Target Operating Models (TOM) for Core Trade products.
- Continuously drive productivity enhancements and improve operational efficiency ratios.
- Lead initiatives to streamline and automate processes, reducing manual touchpoints and operational risk.
- Drive Straight Through Processing (STP) initiatives for payments to increase speed and accuracy.
- Develop and implement advanced Auto-Reconciliation and Settlement capabilities.
- Integrate innovative FX solutions to enhance product offerings and client value.
- Actively contribute to and lead initiatives focused on Risk-Weighted Asset (RWA) reduction.
- Define, monitor, and report on clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) to measure product success and control effectiveness.
- Establish robust metrics, analytics, and reporting mechanisms to provide real-time insights on control performance and risk exposure to senior management.
- Lead the Helios Credit Consumption for Core Trade globally, ensuring adequate data quality and upstream and downstream linkages, ensuring adequate risk management in an efficient manner.
- Operate at the intersection of product strategy, technology, finance, and operations to drive the design, development, and implementation of automated accounting and control solutions.
- Ensure new solutions enhance efficiency, reduce operational risk, and ensure full compliance with regulatory and internal accounting standards.
- Experience: Extensive experience in Trade Finance, Transaction Banking, or a related product management/manufacturing role.
- Trade Knowledge: A strong understanding of core trade finance products, end-to-end operational processes, and associated systems. Familiarity with Citi's policies and procedures is highly advantageous.
- Project Management: Proven track record of managing and delivering large-scale, complex projects, including both technology and non-technology initiatives.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required. An MBA or other advanced degree is preferred.
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Skills Required
- Extensive experience in Trade Finance, Transaction Banking, or related product management/manufacturing role
- Deep understanding of core trade finance products, end-to-end operational processes, and associated systems
- Proven track record of managing and delivering large-scale, complex projects (technology and non-technology)
- Strong project and stakeholder management skills and commercial acumen to prioritize initiatives that deliver revenue growth and expense reduction
- Bachelor's degree
- Familiarity with Citi's policies and procedures
- MBA or other advanced degree
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including health, dental, and vision insurance plus on-site clinics, prescription drug support, and disability coverage. Family-building support such as fertility assistance is described as a notable differentiator within the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as strong, highlighted by a 401(k) with matching and additional plan options like a Roth 401(k). Financial support is reinforced through discounts and broader financial guidance resources tied to the benefits ecosystem.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support extends beyond insurance through programs like an Employee Assistance Program, counseling/legal resources, and gym or wellness reimbursement. These offerings increase the perceived total rewards value even when cash compensation sentiment varies by role.
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