Global Governance and Controls Adherence Head, Citi

Citi

Location:
United Kingdom, Belfast

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

GPS Global Head of Governance and Controls Adherence will lead and manage our global governance framework, ensuring robust controls adherence and effective risk management across the organization. This critical leadership role will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of key governance processes and controls, and driving a culture of compliance

Job Responsibility:

Develop, implement, and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and scorecards to monitor the effectiveness of governance processes and controls
Analyze performance data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and potential risks
Prepare and present regular reports to senior management and the board of directors on the status of governance, risk, and compliance activities
Establish and maintain clear governance structures and escalation pathways to ensure timely and effective decision-making
Lead the collection, analysis, and reporting of data related to governance, risk, and compliance
Manage human capital and financial resources effectively across GPS
Lead and manage governance-related and ad-hoc projects as assigned by senior management
Manage and maintain SharePoint sites used for governance documentation, communication, and collaboration
Establish and maintain a robust issue management process, ensuring timely identification, escalation, and resolution of control deficiencies and governance-related issues
Oversee the development and implementation of corrective action plans (CAPs) to address identified control weaknesses
Manage the Controls Assurance Monitoring Program to provide ongoing assurance over the design and effectiveness of key controls
Coordinate and support internal and external audits
Establish and maintain a comprehensive records management program
Lead and oversee the execution of the Intra-Citi Service Agreement
Develop, implement, and maintain the Continuity of Business plan
Oversee the implementation and maintenance of global payment controls to mitigate fraud and ensure compliance with financial regulations
Define and enforce data ownership responsibilities, ensuring data quality, integrity, and security
Oversee the protection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in accordance with privacy regulations and company policies

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Law)
Master's degree preferred
Extensive experience in risk and control management, governance, or compliance, with a significant portion of that experience in a global leadership role
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Robust executive communication skills, both written and verbal
Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent leadership and team management skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Knowledge of relevant regulations and industry best practices

What we offer:

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays
discretionary annual performance related bonus
private medical insurance packages to suit personal circumstances
Employee Assistance Program
pension plan
paid parental leave
special discounts for employees, family, and friends
access to an array of learning and development resources

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 15, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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