Citi · 4 months ago
Payment Controls Cross-Disciplinary Controls Senior Lead – Senior Vice President
Citi is a leading global bank, and they are seeking a Senior Lead in Payment Controls Cross-Disciplinary Controls. This role involves leading the development and implementation of governance frameworks, managing training and certification programs, and ensuring compliance with risk management policies.
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Responsibilities
Lead development and implementation of governance frameworks and processes as part of strategic initiatives related to existing movement of funds controls
Drive design and execution of training and certification frameworks and disciplines as related to enterprise movement of fund controls
Assess the effectiveness of existing controls, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing necessary changes
Continually drive and manage controls enhancements focused on increasing efficiency and reducing risk
Drive execution of Enterprise Risk Management Framework and adherence with Risk Mgmt. / Compliance Policies
Support oversight of the controls program, including the annual/semi-annual/quarterly/monthly attestation, quality oversight, and related reporting
Responsible for the assessment of activities and processes as per required Policies, Standards and Procedures to strengthen risk management quality
Responsible for the coordination and comprehensive management of specific payment control workstream with key stakeholders
Drive issue quality reviews ensuring compliance with Issue to review and enhance content for training, certification and related program/efforts
Management Policy, Standards and Procedures related to training, certification, associated program, stakeholders and lines of businesses
Manage the development and implementation of standardized training, certification program and related reporting and communication strategies to ensure sound, reliable, and consistent information exists across the organization, enabling better management and decision making in line with the expectations of senior management, Board, and Regulators
Manage the operations of Citi's governance committees or department forums, including coordinating meetings, managing agendas, and ensuring follow-up on action items related to direct managed workstreams
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
Required
10+ years of experience in operational risk management, compliance, audit, training, other control-related functions or equivalent experience in the financial services industry
Proven experience in leading training, certification or people development standards and respective governance processes
Knowledge of payment controls practices and frameworks
Ability to identify, measure, and manage key risks and controls
Track record leading Training, Certification and Control related projects and programs
Ability to see the big pictures with high attention to critical details
Independently develop and implement strategy and process improvement initiatives
Comprehensive knowledge of Citi's businesses and functions and their risk profiles
Developing new ideas and improving current processes to proactively mitigate risks
Requires an ability to provide challenge and make recommendation for risk and controls remediation
Expert knowledge in the development and execution of training, certification and other related programs for controls
Proven experience in implementing sustainable solutions and improving processes
Expert understanding of best practices around training, certification programs or payment controls
Deep understanding of Citi's Policies, Standards, and Procedures related to movement of funds, ORM and/or ERM practices
Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex risk and control activities and processes
Ability to deliver compelling presentations and influence executive audiences
Strong sense of accountability and ownership, with strong results orientation
Excellent communication skills: ability to engage and inspire across stakeholder groups
Exceptional command in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Preferred
Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred
Benefits
Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage;
401(k);
Life, accident, and disability insurance;
Wellness programs.
Citi also offers 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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