Services Risk & Controls Director for Digital Assets, Citi

Citi

Location:
United Kingdom, London

Category:
Finance

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Job Description:

The Risk and Controls Director for Digital Assets is a first line role responsible for supporting the Services businesses in managing and mitigating financial crime (AML, Sanctions, ABC & Fraud), regulatory and reputational risks end-to-end. This role will work with the global and regional Products, Business Risk, Operations, Technology and Compliance teams to identify and assess emerging risks to ultimately ensure there is a control infrastructure in place can address them in a meaningful and effective manner.

Job Responsibility:

Support the Services businesses in managing and mitigating financial crime (AML, Sanctions, ABC & Fraud), regulatory and reputational risks end-to-end
Work with global and regional Products, Business Risk, Operations, Technology and Compliance teams to identify and assess emerging risks
Ensure adequate mapping and ongoing assessment of existing controls
Assist the prompt identification of control issues, root cause assessment, sustainable and robust issue resolution and appropriate escalation
Work with counterparts across other Citi lines of business to share control best practices, emerging risks and support management of financial crime and other regulatory risks holistically across the firm
Provide financial crimes & regulatory compliance/risk management subject matter expertise
Support design and ongoing adaptations of the control framework
Ensure adequate mapping of risk and processes and clear control ownership
Create & maintain a robust partnership with the business heads, operations, technology and the second line of defence
Drive a consistent and holistic approach to Financial Crimes, Reputational and Regulatory risk management across Services Digital Assets
Ensure early engagement on new business initiatives
Conduct reviews of control processes and procedures
Maintain and expand current knowledge and understanding of product innovation, client needs and of changing regulatory requirements
Serve as an escalation point for issues or emerging from Services Operations, and Technology
Maintain oversight through review of metrics, monitoring of activity, and tracking of corrective action plans
Prepare and provide regular updates to senior management and various governance committees on control issues and/or enhancements
Work with other Control and in-business risk teams to ensure a consistent holistic approach to risk management
Ensure robust and adequate reporting to senior management
Help identify opportunities for streamlining processes and implement efficiencies that will lead to enhanced client experience
Support the timely response to regulatory inquiries

Requirements:

Significant experience in financial crime/regulatory compliance or risk management in both a bank and VASPs
Financial Crime certification preferred (ACAMS, ACSS etc.)
Strong professional experience in Financial Services, in Financial Crime and/or Compliance or Business/Product Operations and/or Risk & Controls with focus on Digital Assets
Knowledge and understanding of blockchain technology and digital assets (i.e. stablecoins, cryptocurrencies) and related financial crime risks
Understanding of Global Crypto Regulations and VASP Licensing & Compliance requirements
Excellent interpersonal skills
Able to work independently and deliver according to strict timelines and quality standards
Demonstrated ability and confidence to challenge business management, escalate issues and press for change
Good oral and written communications skills
must be articulate and persuasive with the judgement and authority to provide insightful commentary to senior stakeholders
Able to drive change to business practices by working effectively across a global organization
Self-starting with the ability to multitask and prioritize
Proven people and team management skills
Project management and change capabilities are essential
Capable of prioritizing and multi-tasking in a dynamic, fast paced environment
Demonstrated analytical skills with follow-up and problem-solving capability
Ability to analyses a process and recommend ways to improve quality, controls, and efficiency
Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent required
master's degree desirable

Nice to have:

Financial Crime certification (ACAMS, ACSS etc.)
Master's degree

What we offer:

Competitive base salary (annually reviewed)
Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays
Discretional annual performance related bonus
Private medical insurance packages
Employee Assistance Program
Pension Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
Access to an array of learning and development resources
Business casual workplace
Hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 27, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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