Director - Third Party Resilience 2nd LOD Sr. Group Manager - Risk jobs in United States
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Citi · 14 hours ago

Director - Third Party Resilience 2nd LOD Sr. Group Manager - Risk

Citi is a financial services company that focuses on managing operational risk. The role involves establishing and managing operational risk policies, developing tools for fraud monitoring, and ensuring the company's financial stability through effective risk management strategies.

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Responsibilities

Oversee and challenge internal resilience and external dependencies in the company’s business operations
Develop, implement, and support resilience and third-party risk strategies, policies, and projects, applying operational risk management guidelines for identifying internal and external risks
Pursue continuous improvement in resilience and third-party risk management, adopting lessons learned from operational resilience-related tests exercises, simulations, and third-party evaluations
Liaise with external partners, internal departments, and industry peers to coordinate risk management efforts, promoting best practices in operational resilience and third-party risk management
Ensure the Risk Governance framework operates efficiently, supervising that both operational and third-party risk-related losses are within defined Risk Appetite parameters
Analyze, capture, report, and challenge risks across both internal operations and third-party relationships, working with technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and management on all aspects of Business and Technology recovery planning and testing
Implement and monitor sound and effective resiliency processes and third-party risk management protocols across the company’s lines of business
Assist resiliency and third-party risk managers and their teams in managing staff, promoting training, career development plans, and high morale among prevention, detection, and recovery staff
Raise the level of operational resilience and third-party risk awareness company-wide, aiding in the creation of risk management training modules
Supervise third evaluations-party and remedial actions to strengthen organizational resilience and mitigate operational sustainable risks
Conduct comprehensive risk management reviews covering internal resilience and third-party interactions across the global portfolio, fostering a culture of risk consciousness and responsibility
Conceptualize, implement and, assess reports to pinpoint high-risk areas and confirm effectiveness of risk mitigation efforts in both operational resilience and third-party risk areas
Provide expert counsel on resilience and third-party risk-related matters, ensuring independent evaluation of policy, regulatory adherence, and effectiveness of controls
Collaborate with Risk Subject Matter Experts (Compliance Risk, Credit Risk, Fraud, Technology, etc.) to govern risks throughout the Operational and Third-Party Risk Lifecycle, advocating for a comprehensive risk management methodology
Lead oversight of first Line of Defense entities that have responsibility for Business Disruption & Safety Risk; including Crisis Management, Continuity of Business processes, People and Premises safety risk, as well as the physical aspects of Climate Risk
Inspires people with a compelling and aspirational future vision; demonstrates optimism when leading the organization through challenges and uncertainty
Creates a highly resilient organization in which people persist through challenges, transparently communicate and own mistakes, and actively apply learnings to make Citi better
Establishes a safe environment where people candidly communicate opinions, seek diverse opinions, and actively debate decisions
Fosters a culture that rewards teams to pursue breakthrough ideas and improve business results; proactively invests resources in innovation initiatives
Creates a culture that strongly encourages teams to prioritize enterprise success over individual agendas and do the right thing for the organization
Boldly creates focus by aligning critical priorities across businesses, functions, and regions; eliminates nonessential work that could distract the organization from executing key priorities
Champions innovative ways to manage risk through streamlining processes and building common methods
Creates and reinforces a culture of exceptional controls that support client satisfaction and operational effectiveness
Proactively solves systemic enterprise challenges by investing time and resources to gather cross-enterprise data; builds sustainable solutions that fully address the root causes of issues
Creates a performance culture of high expectations that inspires people to continuously deliver excellence and exceed company goals
Energizes and reinforces an ethical environment where doing the right thing for clients and Citi is expected in every decision and action
Establishes a culture where teams actively cultivate collaborative partnerships across organizational boundaries; creates synergies that deliver added value for Citi
Champions strategies for leveraging Citi’s resources to have a positive impact on society; demonstrates deep understanding of client and community needs
Proactively implements systemic solutions to promote the well-being and engagement of all employees; embodies work-life balance through their words and actions and actively encourages others to do the same
Leads efforts to position Citi as an attractive place to work for diverse communities; cultivates an inclusive culture in which all individuals are valued and feel a strong sense of belonging
Leads with compassion and reinforces a culture in which people assume best intentions of others; treats others respectfully; listens, understands, and appreciates the unique challenges faced by others
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, as well as effectively supervise the activity of teams and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards

Qualification

Third-Party Risk ManagementOperational Risk ManagementRisk GovernanceAnalytical ToolsRegulatory ComplianceRisk IdentificationLeadershipCollaborationCommunicationProject Management

Required

15+ years of experience, including 8-10+ years' managerial experience
Extensive knowledge of the impact third-party affiliations has on business risk, specifically resilience or continuity risk
Proficiency in managing risks throughout the Third-Party Risk Lifecycle, with a targeted focus on resilience risk management
Familiarity with a range of risk types such as credit, compliance, technology, and fraud, and how these intersect with third-party and resilience risks within a banking institution
Experience in collaborating with risk management colleagues to foster a comprehensive, integrated approach to risk management, inclusive of third-party and resilience risks
Understanding of the strategic role of risk management within the overarching business strategy, particularly concerning third-party and resilience risks
Broad knowledge of banking processes, product offerings, and operations, paying particular attention to the management of third-party relationships and resilience risks
Comprehension of regulatory mandates shaping the Third-Party Risk Management and Outsourcing Lifecycle, and their repercussions on resilience risk management
Deep understanding of Risk Governance structures and Risk Appetite parameters, specifically in relation to third-party and resilience risks
Proficiency in MIS reporting and analytical tools, demonstrated by a history of creating and interpreting reports concerning third-party and resilience risks
Familiarity with operational risk management strategies and best practices, specifically for managing third-party and resilience risks
Experience in performing risk management reviews and oversight, with a distinct focus on third-party and resilience risks
Capacity to influence business strategy and oversee crucial sub-functions
Proficiency in identifying, mitigating, and managing risks
Skill in processing complex data, extracting insights, and forming strategic recommendations
Expertise in developing, analyzing intricate reports, and translating data into actionable steps
Ability to report risks effectively, negotiate internally, and select handle external communication
Competence in managing multiple projects, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines
Mastery in ensuring alignment with internal policies, regulations, and industry best practices
Skill in managing third-party relationships mitigating risks and enhancing value

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Wellness programs
Paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays

Company

Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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James Monahan
Managing Director / Global Head of Asset Servicing
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Naveed Sultan
Managing Director, Chairman, Institutional Clients Group
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