Securities and Derivatives Associate Analyst OTC Derivatives Settlements Hybrid

Citi • Getzville, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Securities & Derivatives Associate Analyst is an evolving professional who supports the clearance, settlement, and investigation of client securities and derivatives transactions. This role involves applying specialized knowledge to monitor processes and data, identify relevant policies, and integrate disciplinary expertise with an understanding of industry practices. The analyst contributes directly to business objectives through meticulous task execution, effective information exchange, and a developing knowledge of industry standards.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of relevant experience
• Good understanding of Derivative products, accounting and regulatory policies
• Ability to work in a structured, high volume, time sensitive, high risk and demanding environment
• Demonstrated understanding of AI tools and Excel Data Analysis
• Bachelor’s/University degree

Responsibilities

• Individual mapped to this job description is responsible for the clearance, settlement and investigation of client securities and derivatives transactions
• This may include providing analytic support to impacting stakeholders (Front Office, Middle Office, Treasury, etc)
• Follows established procedures to identify problems related to securities and derivatives settlement that require investigation or research
• Assists in resolving problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents
• Delivers reports to satisfy management requirements, support control activities, and the launch of products services
• Provides assistance in the implementation of process improvements
• Minimizes risk to the bank through increased knowledge of procedural requirements - understands and monitors errors to adhere to audit and control policies. (incl. reconciliation, payment and other processing systems)
• Timely management and escalation of all requests inquiries issues errors, (mostly, but not limited to, post settlement)
• Demonstrates an intermediate level of understanding of products and processes, and of how duties relate integrate with others in the team and closely related teams
• Demonstrates an excellent knowledge of bank related systems
• Utilizes strong communication, interpersonal and diplomacy skills to interact with colleagues and stakeholders, and to exchange potentially complex sensitive information, while being sensitive to audience diversity
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Benefits

• medical, dental & vision coverage
• 401(k)
• life, accident, and disability insurance
• wellness programs
• paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level