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Senior Business Associate

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Citi

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Location:
United Kingdom, Belfast

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Job Description:

The Senior Business Associate plays a critical role in the effective management of vendor relationships and third-party engagements. Responsibilities include strategic planning, operational oversight, risk management, and communication to optimize vendor performance and mitigate risks.

Job Responsibility:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned vendors, building strong, collaborative relationships
  • Conduct regular performance reviews, addressing issues and monitoring KPIs/SLAs
  • Facilitate communication between stakeholders and vendors for alignment and transparency
  • Manage vendor contracts, ensuring favourable terms and maintaining a contract repository
  • Monitor contract expirations and collaborate with Sourcing/Legal/Business/Risk teams for extensions and amendments
  • Review and approve vendor invoices for accuracy, compliance, and adherence to pricing agreements
  • resolve discrepancies
  • Monitor vendor spending against the allocated budget, proactively addressing variances and preparing budget reports
  • Conduct cost analyses to identify opportunities for optimization, savings, and efficiency
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies/regulations
  • participate in audits and provide documentation
  • Create Purchase Orders and oversee the timely and accurate processing of vendor payments
  • Assess risks, ensure compliance with laws/regulations, and report on exposures
  • Ensure vendor compliance with policies and track/report risk exposures
  • Develop and maintain performance dashboards, analyse data for trends, and create reports for management review
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements through data analysis
  • Identify and implement process enhancements for vendor management, document procedures, and stay updated on industry best practices
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, communicate updates, and facilitate meetings.

Requirements:

  • Relevant experience in a fast-paced, large global financial services firm (Operations/Finance/Accounting preferred)
  • Experience with Resources @ Citi, P2P, and Fieldglass is advantageous
  • Demonstrable experience in third-party management is preferred
  • Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive
  • Self-reliant, good problem solver, results-oriented with attention to detail
  • Ability to establish and build trust with professionals throughout the business
  • Strong, influential communicator who is articulate and concise
  • Strong risk management and control mindset
  • Evaluative judgment based on analysis of factual information in complicated, unique, and dynamic situations.

Nice to have:

  • Experience with Resources @ Citi, P2P, and Fieldglass
  • Demonstrable experience in third-party management.
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:
May 15, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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