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Citi · 3 weeks ago

Business Analysis Group Mgr - Senior Vice President

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$164K/yr - $245K/yr

10+ years exp

Citi is a global financial services company, and they are seeking a Business Analysis Group Manager - Senior Vice President. This role is responsible for managing teams of business analysts and liaising between business users and technologists to enhance business performance and drive planning.

BankingFinanceFinancial Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage multiple teams of business analysts supporting multiple systems or over a business analysis functional area (depending on size of business) with responsibilities including work allocation, budget and planning, performance evaluation, compensation, staffing and other duties as assigned

Provide technical leadership and expertise to ensure the efficient design, development and implementation and to ensure essential procedures are followed

Develop strategy and guidelines for appropriate staffing requirements, exercising control over resources, budget management and planning and contributing to defining standards

Resolve issues that have impact beyond own area and apply in-depth understanding of business analysis concepts and procedures and basic knowledge of other areas

Work as a team to achieve objectives and influence and negotiate with senior leaders across functions, communicating with external parties as needed

Provide evaluative judgment based on analysis of information in complicated, unique and dynamic situations, drawing on diverse range of internal and external sources

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 others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards

Define program scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with enterprise strategy and business priorities, particularly within areas such as Risk Management (e.g., IRRBB, NTMR), data capabilities, and AI/automation initiatives

Develop and maintain comprehensive program roadmaps, ensuring clear articulation of milestones, dependencies, and resource requirements

Translate high-level strategic goals into actionable program plans, managing their execution from initiation to closure

Serve as the primary point of contact for executive sponsors, senior leadership, and key stakeholders across various business units and functions

Establish and maintain robust communication channels, providing transparent, timely, and concise updates on program status, risks, and benefits

Synthesize various data points to facilitate effective executive-level decks and materials for presentation to stakeholders

Oversee multiple, interconnected projects within the program, ensuring adherence to project management best practices, quality standards, and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)

Drive program management for deliverables aligned to emerging technologies such as AI adoption and advanced analytical platforms such as QRM

Champion program management for projects aligned to process optimization and automation initiatives to enhance speed, efficiency, and reliability of functional processes

Manage multi-million dollar program budgets, ensuring effective allocation, tracking, and forecasting of financial resources

Oversee resource planning and allocation across projects, optimizing team composition and utilization

Identify and secure necessary funding and resources for successful program delivery

Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and issues, developing contingency plans and escalating critical items to senior leadership when appropriate

Ensure compliance with all internal policies, regulatory requirements, and external standards

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project managers and analysts, fostering a high-performance culture focused on results, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, and problem-solving within the program team

Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and success metrics for the program, reporting on progress, benefits realization, and lessons learned

Prepare executive-level dashboards and reports for various governance bodies

Qualification

Program managementRisk managementFinancial managementAnalytical skillsStakeholder managementAgile methodologiesLeadershipCommunicationInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsProblem-solving

Required

10-15+ years of relevant experience

Demonstrated leadership

Consistently demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication

Proven interpersonal skills with ability to partner and influence across organizational lines

Proven ability of using complex analytical, interpretive and problem-solving techniques

15+ years of progressive experience in program management, with at least 5-7 years managing large-scale, complex programs within a global financial services environment

Proven track record of successfully delivering strategic initiatives involving significant technological transformation

Demonstrated experience in managing programs related to Risk Management (e.g., IRRBB, NTMR), Regulatory Reporting, or Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Strong understanding of agile methodologies, project lifecycle management, and governance frameworks

Exceptional leadership, influencing, and negotiation skills with the ability to effectively engage and manage diverse senior stakeholders

Superior written and verbal communication skills, capable of distilling complex information into clear, concise executive-level summaries

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and strategic thinking

Expertise in financial management, budgeting, and resource allocation for large program

Preferred

Master's degree (MBA or relevant technical field) strongly preferred

Highly proficient in Excel with strong analytical skills to interrogate data sets, identify patterns and highlight trends

Strong financial background is required including knowledge of CCAR, interest rate risk and RWA

Experience in creating clear, professional presentation materials is highly desirable

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

Company

Citi

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Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Founded in 1812

San Antonio, Texas, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.citi.com

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