Securities & Derivatives Intermediate Associate Analyst Hybrid

Citi • Getzville, NY

2d • $55,440 - $77,360 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Sec & Derivat Intmd Assoc Analyst is an entry level position responsible for processing orders and transactions originating from trading desks and branch offices in coordination with the Operations - Transaction Services team. The overall objective of this role is to assist in the clearance, settlement and investigation of client securities and derivatives transactions.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of relevant experience
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective communication skills for client-facing interactions
• Ability to work collaboratively across global teams
• Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced financial environment

Responsibilities

• Utilize basic industry and business knowledge to conduct analyses of hedge funds and other counterparty activities
• Contribute to the creation of customized reporting used to present information to management
• Support implementation of securities processing improvements
• Assist with identifying policy gaps and formulating policies that streamline related work processes
• Review and analyze hedge fund activities, procedures to reconcile cash/holdings and securities pricing
• Develop and use knowledge of securities, processing practices and standards
• Provide informal guidance or on the job training to lower level/new securities processing team members when required
• 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.
• Monitor and manage daily Margin Call Queues, including processing collateral movements
• Respond to client inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Collaborate with and support the offshore operations team
• Assist in client dispute resolution
• Manage and escalate operational exceptions as needed

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: Entry Level