This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
The Director of Clearing House Risk will play a critical leadership role in Citi's Wholesale Credit Risk framework, specifically focusing on the comprehensive oversight and management of quantitative risks associated with Central Counterparties (CCPs) and other Financial Market Infrastructures (FMIs). This individual will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust quantitative risk analysis framework which will aide to mitigate credit and other risks arising from clearing activities across CCPs globally. A core focus will be on critically reviewing and challenging the margin methodologies deployed by CCPs and providing strategic insights in these and their changes, including for both our markets and prime services. The role requires deep expertise in quantitative aspects of CCP margin methodologies, stress testing, coupled with insight in regulatory requirements and markets trading strategies. Given the global nature of our FMI portfolio, experience comparing various asset classes and CCPs globally is preferred.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and refine Citi's quantitative CCP risk management framework and align internal risk appetite, while contributing to overall FMI risk strategy
Proactively identify emerging risks trends related to CCPs and broader FMIs
Collaborate with Markets and Prime Services lines of business more generally to develop internal tools and analytics to forecast and explain margin variances
Conduct in-depth reviews and critical challenge of the margin methodologies (Initial Margin, Variation Margin and Guarantee Fund) applied by CCPs globally
Assess the assumptions, parameters, and calibration of CCP margin models for their appropriateness, robustness, and potential impact on Citi's capital and liquidity
Propose enhancements or alternative approaches to internal stakeholders
Engage externally with CCPs and regulators to discuss methodology analysis, its shortfalls and potential remediation
Conduct in-depth analysis of CCPs’ default resources, recovery and resolution plans, and its potential impact on Citi
Evaluate CCP rule changes, new products, and services for their quantitative risk implications to Citi
Challenge and validate CCP risk models, stress test methodologies, and margining approaches
Act as a primary point of contact for regulatory inquiries and examinations pertaining to quantitative elements of CCP risk
Participate in industry working groups and forums related to CCP risk management and their regulatory developments
Collaborate closely with Front Office businesses (e.g., Equities, Fixed Income, Derivatives, Prime Services), Operations, Technology, Legal, and other Risk functions to ensure integrated and consistent risk management
Provide expert advice and challenge to senior management on clearing-related risk topics
Develop in depth training framework for 1st and 2nd line credit colleagues on the different methodologies applied by CCPs and underlying asset classes
Provide guidance, yet also review and challenge margin methodology analysis by credit officers
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree or Ph.D. in Finance, Economics, Quantitative discipline, or related field preferred
Professional certifications (e.g., FRM, CFA) are a plus
10+ years of experience in financial risk management within a large financial institution, with a significant focus on clearing houses, their quantitative models, and trading activity
Deep and demonstrable understanding of CCP margin methodologies, parameters, and their quantitative implications as well as the regulatory environment in which these operate
Experience with various asset classes cleared through CCPs
Prior experience working with or providing risk insights to lines of business, clients and regulators is highly advantageous
Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and risk metrics, particularly related to margin methodologies
Strong communication, influencing and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex risk concepts to diverse audiences, while also able to manage, train and mentor junior talent
Proficiency in risk management systems and data analysis tools including basic coding and Tableau
What we offer:
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
discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards