Citi · 1 week ago
Relationship Manager - SVP
Citi is a leading global bank that provides various financial services. They are seeking a Portfolio Optimization Relationship Manager who will be responsible for managing client relationships, developing strategies that align with both Citi's and clients' interests, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Assesses the portfolio of clients and defines a strategy that best suits Citi and clients' interests
Calls on clients to negotiate and manage relationships and proactively owns, responds to, uncovers and anticipates future needs, roadblocks or risks, and expectations
Partners with other teams within the Commercial Bank, Retail Bank, and other areas to assess clients within CCB and other line of businesses
Works with the team to develop an exceptional level of client service and to build solid relationships that will lead to substantial improvements in profitability
Manage relationships with large credit exposures, coordinating and supervising the entire process, ensuring the proper application of policies and institutional processes
Lead highly sensitive and complex discussions with clients regarding the restructuring, reduction, or termination of credit relationships. This includes developing and executing sophisticated de-marketing strategies for credit relationships that no longer align with Citi’s strategic objectives, risk appetite, or regulatory mandates. Demonstrate exceptional diplomacy, negotiation, and persuasive communication skills to navigate these challenging conversations, ensuring decisions are conveyed clearly, ethically, and with minimal impact on Citi's reputation or broader client relationships. Proactively manage client expectations and objections, offering clear rationales and facilitating smooth transitions in strict adherence to all internal policies and regulatory requirements. This requires an advanced ability to balance Citi's interests with maintaining client goodwill, even in adverse circumstances
Experienced in underwriting principals and risk management
Executes strategic initiatives launched centrally at all levels
Appropriately assesses 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, business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency
Ensures the appropriate “Know Your Client” (KYC) and other compliance deliverables are met
Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and Citi's policies / guidelines at all time
Ability to mentor, guide and lead the junior team members regularly
Qualification
Required
10+ years of relevant experience in the commercial banking industry
Sound knowledge of banking and investment products and process as well as a track record of providing sound banking and financial advice and solutions to clients
Highly focused, able to rapidly identify key priorities, clearly communicate the priorities
Demonstrates intermediate to advanced credit skills; structures more complex deals, including global transactions
Demonstrates an expert level of Early Warning Detection skills
Demonstrates advanced Citi's credit-process and credit-appetite knowledge
Ability to work effectively in team setting
Ability to coordinate multi-functional teams to provide an exceptional client experience
Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills (e.g. negotiation, consultative skills, leadership,)
Ability to work under pressure while making sound decisions
Accountable for significant direct business results or authoritative advice regarding the operations of the business
A proactive approach in looking for ways in strengthening business relationship with clients, delivers a simple, secure and seamless client experience
Ability to embrace new technology and understand the role digital plays in the experience we deliver for our clients
Able to quickly adapt priorities based on the latest data insights
Education: Bachelor's degree
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
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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