Overview
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.
Equities Tech
Equities Technology at Citi is undertaking a bold, multi‑year transformation to build a best‑in‑class global platform across execution, prime, clearing and cross‑product margining. We are re‑engineering our technology estate to achieve world‑leading performance and resiliency, enabling new capabilities in advanced execution, global market connectivity, and modernised post‑trade, clearing and margin processes. Our ambition is to deliver a seamlessly integrated, highly automated platform that drives outstanding client outcomes and accelerates growth across our global franchise. As part of the team, you’ll collaborate closely with high‑calibre engineers and deeply engaged business and product partners - working together to define and deliver the next generation of Equities technology at Citi.
What We do / The Team
The Equity Finance Technology team are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support projects and work efforts within the Prime Finance business for Securities Lending. The role requires liaising with technologists to exchange information in a concise, logical, and understandable way. The successful candidate must be able to manage delivery whilst adopting an agile methodology and managing project timelines and risks.
Role Overview/What will you do:
- Partner with program/project teams and functional groups (Equity Finance, Prime Brokerage, Cross Product, Risk, Finance, MOT Technology, Compliance, and Front-Office) to drive execution of requirements, training, and ensuring compliance with Citi standards.
- Provide in-depth and sophisticated analysis with interpretive thinking to define problems, develop innovative solutions and influence strategic functional decisions.
- Provide input during development and implementation phases, including formulation and definition of systems scope, objectives, and necessary system enhancements for complex, high-impact projects
- Identify and communicate risks and impacts and propose risk mitigation options, considering business implications of the application of technology to the current business environment.
- Consult with business clients to determine system functional specifications and partner with multiple management teams and other units to meet organizational objectives.
- Evaluate new IT developments and evolving business requirements and recommend appropriate systems alternatives and/or enhancements to current systems by analysing business processes, systems and industry standards.
- Guarantee compliance with the PM standard procedures and with all applicable tools used for program and project management (including, but not limited to, issue/risk tracking and escalation, and scorecard/metrics)
- Develop, refine, and ensure re-baselined detailed milestone plans are available for all important deliverables and that interdependencies are understood and addressed.
- Execute against multiple contending priorities simultaneously, performing the required combination of business analysis, project management, systems analysis, and stakeholder management tasks
- 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, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgement regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
Key Skills and Experience required
- Extensive BA experience
- Proven Investment banking experience with particular knowledge of Securities Lending and Funding
- JIRA and Confluence skills are a must
- Proven ability to work in high pressure environment
- Flexibility to work with a global team, across geographies and time zones
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically.
- Familiarity with agile methodologies.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholder expectations
- Demonstrated experience with ppt and visual representations
Any Beneficial / Nice to have skills and experience:
- SQL would be a plus
- Knowledge of Prime Services is a plus
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
What we’ll provide you
By joining Citi, 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:
- 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
- A discretional annual performance related bonus
- Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pension Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
- Access to an array of learning and development resources
Visit our About Us | Culture, Values & Benefits page to learn more.
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.
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Skills Required
- Extensive BA experience
- Proven Investment banking experience with knowledge of Securities Lending and Funding
- JIRA and Confluence skills
- Ability to work in high pressure environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and strategic thinking
- Familiarity with agile methodologies
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience with ppt and visual representations
- SQL knowledge
- Knowledge of Prime Services
- Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related field
Citi Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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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What We Do
Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. Our core activities are safeguarding assets, lending money, making payments and accessing the capital markets on behalf of our clients. We have 200 years of experience helping our clients meet the world's toughest challenges and embrace its greatest opportunities. We are Citi, the global bank – an institution connecting millions of people across hundreds of countries and cities.
