Valuation Control Lead Analyst
The Valuation Control Group (VCG) is an independent team of subject matter experts within the Finance Division. VCG’s primary responsibility is to reasonably ensure that risk portfolios are fairly valued in accordance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements. In doing so, the team works closely with its stakeholders, including senior management, business heads, product control, market risk, regulators, and both internal and external audit.
The Valuation Control Lead Analyst is a senior level position responsible for leading efforts in the Independent Price Verification, Valuation Adjustment and Fair Value Hierarchy processes.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate experience of process automations in the area of derivatives valuations, with a good understanding of Independent Price Verification (IPV)
- Develop in-depth knowledge of the bank's analytics, platforms, systems infrastructure in order to provide strategic solutions to VCG's automation requirements, particularly in IPV.
- Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of Valuation Control industry trends.
- Contribute to the directional strategy of the Valuation Control function, anticipating the impact to internal and external stakeholders.
- Evaluate and resolve complex valuation issues and select the best action by weighing various alternatives and balancing potentially conflicting needs.
- Can exercise independence of judgement and significant autonomy.
Ideal background:
- 6-10 years of relevant experience
- Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
- Good command of spoken and written English
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience, Masters Degree preferred
We are a development-focused organization. The above qualifications and skills are considered as primary assets for the position – but we do not pursue perfectionism: we look for capable colleagues and help them grow to excellence in their fields and positions.
Benefits
By joining Citi Hungary, 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 compensation package and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well:
Cafeteria Program
Home Office Allowance (for colleagues working in hybrid work models)
Paid Parental Leave Program (maternity and paternity leave)
Private Medical Care Program and onsite medical rooms at our offices
Pension Plan Contribution to voluntary pension fund
Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Access to a wide variety of learning and development programs, online course libraries and upskilling platforms, such as Udemy and Degreed
Flexible work arrangements to support you in managing work - life balance
Career progression opportunities across geographies and business lines
Socially active employee communities with diverse networking opportunities
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.
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Skills Required
- At least 6-8 years' professional experience in Finance (preferably in Valuations, Product Control, Risk, Financial Control, or similar functions)
- Strong understanding of current global accounting and regulatory developments pertaining to valuation of financial instruments
- University or College degree in economics, finance, mathematics, or a similar relevant discipline
- Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently across functions and departments (in English)
- Solid capital markets product knowledge, with special regards to rates derivatives
- Strong computer literacy with special regards to Microsoft Excel (VBA and Python being a plus)
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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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