Compliance Assurance Officer, Citi

Citi

Location:
Costa Rica, Heredia

Category:
Finance

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Job Description:

Serves as a compliance risk officer for Independent Compliance Risk Management (ICRM)'s Assurance team responsible for assessing operational, compliance risks and controls implemented by the first and second line of defense. Also responsible for performing risk assessments of Citi's operational and compliance risks; performing independent assurance activities (testing and on-going monitoring) to assess the design and effectiveness of key controls designed to address compliance risk; reporting and escalating control issues and any violations of laws or breaches of policy; and validating adequacy of remediation taken to address reported issues.

Job Responsibility:

Developing, implementing, and executing compliance testing, continuous assurance, and reporting programs within an assigned region in accordance with the Operational and Compliance Assurance Plan
Participating in the planning, executing, and reporting of operational and compliance assurance reviews and compliance and regulatory issue validation activities for a component of a product line, function, or legal entity within an assigned region in accordance with CA Plan
Analysing and documenting report findings, and having preliminary discussions with corresponding control/process owners
Utilizing innovative compliance testing solutions including Data Analytics to increase value and reduce costs of compliance-related activities
Developing effective relationships within CA function and with other stakeholders including Business process owners and Internal Audit function
Ability to work collaboratively and independently as part of a team in a new function during a period of transformation
Identifying industry best practices and share insight with the CA teams on a regular basis
Informing CA management of significant compliance matters that require their attention or action
Identifying compliance training resources and tools available centrally to support country/business compliance programs training and research needs
Additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

Experience in planning, executing, and reporting on compliance testing reviews and regulatory issue validation activities
Knowledge and extensive experience with auditing principles including audit planning, risk assessments, development of risks and controls matrices, processes and controls design assessments, controls operating effectiveness testing, transactional access segregation of duties, transactional testing, surveillance systems, and reporting activities
Understanding of rules, laws, and regulations, and specific regulatory requirements
Strong interpersonal skills for building strong relationships with stakeholders and engaging teams
Effectiveness in working within a large scale and complex matrix organization is essential
3-5+ years of experience in the Internal Audit, controls, risk management function at a large financial institution, or as financial regulatory examiner
Effective negotiation skills, a proactive and 'no surprises' approach in communicating issues, and strength in sustaining independent views
Excellent oral communication and writing skills in interacting with non-executives and executive management and across a number of business lines and control functions
Willingness to travel
Knowledge of Compliance laws, rules, regulations, risks and typologies
Must be a self-starter, flexible, innovative and adaptive
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and with people at all levels of the organization
Ability to both work collaboratively and independently
ability to navigate a complex organization
Advanced analytical skills
Ability to both work independently and collaborate with team members
Excellent project management and organizational skills and capability to handle multiple projects at one time
Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Demonstrated knowledge in area of focus
Bachelor's degree
experience in compliance, legal or other control-related function in the financial services firm, regulatory organization, or legal/consulting firm, or a combination thereof
experience in area of focus

Nice to have:

Advanced degree a plus
The following accounting and industry certifications and licenses are helpful: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Risk Manager (CRM)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 24, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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