Compliance Testing Officer (Markets - FX and Commodities) - Vice President, Citi

Citi

Location:

United Kingdom, London

Category:

Finance

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Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Serves as a compliance risk officer for Independent Compliance Risk Management (ICRM)’s Testing team responsible for assessing compliance risks and controls implemented by the first and second line of defense. Also responsible for performing risk assessments of Citi's compliance risks; performing independent testing activities to assess the design and effectiveness of key controls designed to address compliance risk; reporting and escalating control issues and any violations of laws or breaches of policy; and validating adequacy of remediation taken to address reported issues.

Job Responsibility:

Developing, implementing, and executing compliance testing and reporting programs within an assigned region in accordance with the Compliance Independent Assessment (CIA) Plan
Participating in the planning, executing, and reporting of compliance testing reviews and compliance and regulatory issue validation activities for a component of a product line, function, or legal entity within an assigned region in accordance with Compliance Independent Assessment Plan
Analysing and documenting report findings, and having preliminary discussions with corresponding control/process owners
Utilizing innovative compliance testing solutions including Data Analytics to increase value and reduce costs of compliance-related activities
Developing effective relationships within CIA function and with other stakeholders including Business process owners and Internal Audit function
Identifying industry best practices and share insight with the CIA teams on a regular basis
Informing CIA management of significant compliance matters that require their attention or action
Identifying compliance training resources and tools available centrally to support country/business compliance programs training and research needs

Requirements:

Compliance Testing experience
Experience in planning, executing, and reporting on compliance testing reviews and regulatory issue validation activities
Knowledge and experience with auditing principles including audit planning, risk assessments, development of risks and controls matrices, processes and controls design assessments, controls operating effectiveness testing, transactional access segregation of duties, transactional testing, surveillance systems, and reporting activities
Understanding of rules, laws, and regulations, specific regulatory requirements, financial services and the following asset classes: commodities and currencies
Strong interpersonal skills for building strong relationships with stakeholders and engaging teams
Effective negotiation skills, a proactive and “no surprises” approach in communicating issues, and strength in sustaining independent views
Excellent oral communication and writing skills in interacting with non-executives and executive management and across a number of business lines and control functions
Knowledge of Compliance laws, rules, regulations, risks and typologies
Advanced analytical skills
Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred
Bachelor’s degree
experience in compliance, legal or other control-related function in the financial services firm, regulatory organization, or legal/consulting firm, or a combination thereof
experience in area of focus
Advanced degree a plus

What we offer:

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays
increasing with tenure
A discretional annual performance related bonus
Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
Employee Assistance Program
Pension Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
Access to an array of learning and development resources

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 22, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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