Product Manager, Citi

Citi

Location:
United Kingdom, London

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Manager to join our Agency Securities Lending (ASL) team within the Investment Banking division. This role is critical in shaping the strategic direction and delivery of innovative lending solutions for institutional clients. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of agency lending, collateral management, and the broader securities financing ecosystem, along with strong analytical, business analysis, and project management skills.

Job Responsibility:

Support definition of and management of the product roadmap for Agency Securities Lending services, aligning with market trends, client needs, and regulatory developments
Lead initiatives focused on Target Operating Model (TOM) design and transformation, including front-to-back process redesign and platform consolidation efforts
Drive large-scale platform transformation projects, including technology upgrades, third-party integrations, and migration to scalable architecture
Identify and prioritise product enhancements to improve client experience, operational efficiency, and risk management
Champion innovation in lending models, route optimisation, collateral transformation, and digital tooling to maintain a competitive edge
Act as the product owner within Agile delivery teams, working closely with technology, operations, trading desks, risk, compliance, and legal
Translate complex business needs into detailed requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria, acting as a Business Analyst across multiple workstreams
Lead end-to-end project delivery, including scoping, planning, execution, testing, and post-implementation support
Manage project governance and reporting for product initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, timelines, and budgets
Facilitate workshops, working groups, and governance forums with global stakeholders to drive consensus and ensure successful execution of product initiatives
Coordinate with Change Management and Operational Excellence teams to ensure readiness and adoption across impacted user groups
Engage with institutional clients, custodians, and agent lenders to gather feedback and ensure the product remains market leading
Monitor market and competitor developments across agency and principal lending, synthetic financing, and ESG-related impacts on lending
Partner with internal risk and compliance teams to ensure the product meets regulatory standards and internal control frameworks
Stay abreast of regulatory changes impacting securities lending (e.g., SFTR, CSDR, CRD6, Basel III/IV) and implement corresponding product adjustments
Leverage data and performance analytics to drive product decisions and identify opportunities for revenue optimization and risk reduction
Develop KPIs and metrics to track product adoption, utilisation, and impact on business performance.

Requirements:

Significant experience in Securities Lending, Prime Services, or Collateral Management, with a strong understanding of Agency Lending dynamics
Proven experience as a Product Manager, Business Analyst, or Project Manager in capital markets, fintech, or global banking environments
Familiarity with the securities finance value chain, including trade lifecycle, recall management, settlement, and beneficial owner reporting
Experience leading Target Operating Model change and platform transformation programs across complex organisational structures
Strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks (e.g., SEC 15c3-3, SFTR, Basel III/IV, UMR)
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
ability to influence senior leaders and lead cross-functional global teams
Experience working in Agile/SAFe environments
skilled in writing epics, features, and user stories
Strong analytical mindset with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or SQL
Experience in delivering digital solutions for securities lending or collateral optimisation
Knowledge of tri-party agents, custody platforms, and global settlement infrastructures
Familiarity with ESG constraints in lending programs and their impact on beneficial owner mandates
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field
MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a plus.

What we offer:

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays
increasing with tenure
A discretional annual performance related bonus
Private medical insurance packages to suit your 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:
November 01, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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