Vice President - Policy Execution and Oversight 2nd Line of Defense Analyst - Risk (Hybrid)

Citi • Mississauga, ON

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Risk Framework and Policy role is crucial for managing risks in the company through the development, interpretation, and implementation of risk-specific policies and frameworks. This role involves a broad spectrum of tasks such as designing processes, implementing policies, and managing risk framework governance. This role contributes significantly to the company's broader objectives by ensuring all business operations follow well-defined, robust risk management policies and frameworks. The role exists to ensure the company operates within defined risk parameters, thereby safeguarding its financial stability, reputation, and promoting sustainable business growth.

Requirements

• 6-10 years of experience
• Experience in policy development and oversight, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies.
• A strong governance, controls, process and risk management background
• Excellent written, and verbal skills
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex problems and solutions through concise and clear messaging.
• Proven experience as a Risk Policy Officer or similar role within Internal Audit, Compliance and/or Legal.
• Subject matter expertise within Risk Management (Compliance, Credit, Operational Risk Management, Strategic, Markets, Liquidity etc.)
• Strong understanding of market trends, risk management, and portfolio strategy.
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation.
• Familiarity with the regulatory environment and compliance issues, such as working on remediation efforts, working with regulators and has the ability to understand and explain complex regulatory requirements/concepts to a range of stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and data analysis software.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
• Ability to create and maintain positive and professional business relationships.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles and practices.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage portfolio risk policy for aligned products, maintaining portfolio health.
• Liaise with key stakeholders for policy approval and adherence to Policy requirements.
• Ensure strict adherence to all implemented policies.
• Track and report progress of policy implementation.
• Identify and resolve any issues hindering policy execution.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on policy performance and provide improvement recommendations.
• Is an enthusiastic and early adopter of change; takes ownership for helping others see a better future and stay positive during uncertainty.
• Demonstrates and inspires curiosity in seeking new ways to overcome challenges; actively applies learning from failures.
• Challenges self and others to seek out and communicate alternative views even when unpopular; welcomes diverse ideas to improve outcomes.
• Acts as a change catalyst by identifying and helping others see where new ideas could benefit the organization.
• Proactively seeks to understand and act in alignment with organizational decisions; helps others prioritize team and enterprise success.
• Focuses on highest-priority work aligned to business goals; helps others effectively manage competing priorities.
• Proactively identifies opportunities to streamline work; creates process improvements that enhance efficiency for self and the team.
• Takes personal accountability for escalating, identifying, and managing potential risk; implements controls that enhance the client experience and operational effectiveness.
• Anticipates problems and proactively identifies solutions that address the root causes and result in meaningful improvements.
• Sets high expectations and invests the necessary effort to deliver excellence and exceed performance goals.
• Role-models and helps others to do the right thing for clients and Citi in all situations, even when difficult.
• Engages key stakeholders early and often and actively looks for opportunities to improve collaboration in achieving common goals.
• Proactively seeks out opportunities to volunteer in Citi programs that support the community; advocates for solutions that meet the needs of Citi’s clients and the community.
• Enthusiastically promotes the unique needs and preferences of colleagues; makes active commitment to help colleagues achieve balance, well-being, and development.
• Leverages varied networks to recruit diverse talent; advocates for colleagues with diverse skillsets, styles, and experiences to gain career opportunities.
• Empathetically listens and understands others’ positions before acting on issues; works to amplify voices that are minimized in the workplace.
• 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, as well as effectively supervise the activity of teams and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.

Benefits

• Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

What This Job Offers

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