Vice President (VP), Cross-disciplinary Controls Lead Analyst Job at Citi (Heredia)

Job Description

Citi is looking for an experienced Vice President, Controls Lead Analyst — Non-Financial Risk to serve as a strategic risk and control adviser to the Wealth business, helping shape a stronger, more resilient control environment across one of the world's leading financial institutions. In this role, you will act as the primary risk and control partner for the Wealth business area, guiding teams through the full risk management lifecycle while driving the design, execution, and continuous improvement of control frameworks. Your work will directly influence the quality of risk decisions, the effectiveness of operational controls, and the prudent delivery of business objectives within Citi's risk appetite.

Job Responsibility

Act as the primary risk and control partner for the Wealth business, providing expert consultation on risk identification, control design, and mitigation strategies across the end-to-end risk management lifecycle
Lead the execution and continuous improvement of the Manager's Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) program, supporting annual, semi-annual, quarterly, and monthly review cycles to maintain a current and accurate risk profile
Identify, analyze, and assess operational and non-financial risks, ensuring significant control issues and operational events are escalated and remediated in a timely and structured manner
Design and influence the implementation of effective, sustainable controls, translating complex risk topics into clear, actionable solutions that business stakeholders can own and operate
Guide risk and control owners through governance processes, including quality control gap resolution and the structured documentation of control decisions, to maintain program integrity
Develop and sustain a deep understanding of the Wealth business domain, including its objectives, priorities, and operational processes, to provide contextually relevant risk and control advisory
Champion a strong risk and control culture across supported business areas, reinforcing accountability, compliance standards, and operational excellence through active engagement and influence

Requirements

A minimum of 6 years of experience in operational risk management, compliance, audit, or a controls-related function within the financial services industry, with demonstrated ability to operate at a senior level
Ability to identify, measure, and manage key risks and controls, translating complex regulatory or policy requirements into practical, business-aligned control solutions
Proven ability to implement sustainable process improvements and control enhancements that address root causes rather than symptoms
Clear and confident communicator, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders, distil complex risk concepts into accessible language, and influence outcomes without direct authority
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, manage competing priorities, and make sound decisions in a dynamic environment
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with intellectual curiosity and openness to leveraging modern analytical and AI tools to enhance work quality

Nice to have

Master's degree in a relevant field such as finance, risk management, business, or a related discipline
Familiarity with Wealth Management business operations, products, or client journeys, providing context for risk and control advisory within that environment
Experience supporting automation assessments or process improvement initiatives within a risk and control framework

What we offer

A hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, providing flexibility alongside strong team connection
Strategic influence over a major business area, with the autonomy to shape risk frameworks and control outcomes at a senior level
Access to continuous learning and professional development, including exposure to emerging analytical tools and modern risk management practices
A collaborative, performance-driven team environment where your expertise directly contributes to the effectiveness and resilience of the Wealth business
Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including financial wellbeing, wellness support, and family-friendly policies
Global scale and reach, with the opportunity to collaborate across business lines and geographies within one of the world's most recognized financial institutions

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