26951302 xVA Technology Senior Project Manager Business Analyst
What would a candidate search for?
Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn't just support finance - we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we build systems that matter. Look to join a team where your work helps influence economies, your ideas can drive innovation and outcomes, and your growth is backed by mentorship, continuous learning and flexibility with potential hybrid work opportunities. Help solve real-world challenges that touch millions and get the opportunity to build the future of finance with Citi Tech.
What We do /The Team
XVA Technology at Citi is undertaking a bold, multi-year transformation to build a best-in-class centralised cross asset platform risk system. We are re-engineering our technology estate to achieve world-leading performance and resiliency, enabling new capabilities. 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 XVA technology at Citi.
Role Overview/What will you do:
Technology Senior Project Manager Business Analyst serves as a critical bridge between business users and technology teams, focusing on the XVA capability build out for our stakeholders. This role requires a seasoned professional to lead project delivery, elicit and analyze complex requirements, and drive the implementation of strategic technology solutions.
- Lead and manage project lifecycles from conception to implementation, ensuring successful delivery of complex technology solutions.
- Conduct in-depth business analysis, including leading workshops and interviews to elicit, analyze, validate, and document business and functional requirements (BRDs, user stories, use cases, process flows).
- Collaborate with stakeholders across Risk, Technology, Operations, and MQA to define and document XVA requirements, ensuring compliance and alignment with strategic goals.
- Translate complex business requirements into functional specifications and robust solution designs in partnership with architects and developers.
- Oversee User Acceptance Testing (UAT), provide demos to business stakeholders, and secure necessary sign-offs for implemented solutions.
- Proactively identify and manage project risks, dependencies, and issues, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
- Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, senior stakeholders, and external partners, influencing decisions and ensuring clear understanding of project status and requirements.
- Support IT processes such as change management, release planning, and incident resolution, while continuously developing expertise in system functionalities.
- Identify and communicate risks and impacts, considering business implications of the application of technology to the current business environment.
- 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 judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
- Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision and can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
Key Skills and Experience required
- Extensive experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar role within the financial services industry, preferably in a global investment bank.
- Proven track record in project management, successfully leading large-scale change or technology projects using both waterfall and agile (Scrum/Kanban) methodologies.
- Strong financial industry experience, particularly in trading and risk management.
- Exceptional analytical, interpretive, and problem-solving skills with the ability to dissect complex issues, make data-driven recommendations, and manage complex, variable situations.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and approach work methodically with meticulous attention to detail.
- Consistently demonstrates clear, concise, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proven interpersonal skills, with the ability to partner, influence, and build strong working relationships across organizational lines and with senior stakeholders.
- Proficiency in tools like SQL, Excel (intermediate/advanced), and workflow documentation software.
- Strong understanding of market risk concepts and demonstrate SME level knowledge.
Any Beneficial / Nice to have skills and experience:
- Risk background preferred.
- Experience using AI-related analysis tools and Agentic-AI solutions.
- Familiarity with modern business analysis tools such as Jira and Confluence.
- Knowledge of technology delivery across the entire SDLC.
- Experience in global stakeholder management and managing offshore teams.
- Flexibility in attitude/role and ability to pivot seamlessly between demands/priorities.
- Analytical modeling of Market Risk Var Methodologies. Knowledge for FRTB.
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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