Citi Group Program Management Lead - C13 BANGALORE 

India, Maharashtra, Mumbai 

672678109

This is not a typical PMO role and requires deep SME knowledge especially Market Risk, Regulatory Capital, Data and Controls – Design and Architecture and Knowledge of Agile Methodology and Principles.

The team is looking for a seasoned risk project manager to drive the execution of complex action plans and ensure the goals and objectives of the FRTB Management programs are completed successfully. A strong understanding of FRTB and and market risk practices as well as thought leadership on meeting regulatory requirements will also be expected. A wider understanding of ERM is beneficial to have a franchise view and fungibility across program portfolio.Responsibilities:

• Manage the implementation of FRTB program providing project management support in partnership with senior Risk / Business stakeholders to:
  • Coordinate the day-to-day implementation execution of action plans to meet deliverables critical to the regulatory commitments
  • Own all project reporting aspects including RAG ratings, key performance indicators, status updates, adherence to dates and deliverables and quality of deliverables
  • Manage programs progress and performance ensure the defined scope is aligned to business goals, target state and meets the spirit of the regulatory feedback to fully address the supervisory expectations and underlying root causes
  • Escalate program risks or issues impacting project delivery to appropriate stakeholders; ensure mitigation strategies are developed and executed when necessary
  • Ensure consistent implementation of PMO standards, reporting and closure processes in compliance with Citi’s PMO policies and standards and CAO transformation guidance
• Facilitate, coordinate, and arbitrate periodic working groups with cross-functional teams to drive the conversation and partner with stakeholders to deliver end to end solutions
• Manage program implementation, deliverables tracking, progress reporting, identify and communicate project risks, define mitigation strategies, manage resolutions/escalations, meet key sign off criteria and regulatory communications on cross-functional deliverables
• Perform end-to-end review and challenge of completed program deliverables to confirm quality and adequacy of deliverables against program target state during the closure process
• Resolve complex problems, perform data analysis, and risk assessments, identify impacts/gaps and demonstrate good analytical skills in order to validate and prioritize dynamic risks and issues
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, applying sound ethical judgment regarding conduct and business practices, and escalating control issues with transparency
• Leverage internal / external best practices to enhance project management practices and effectiveness of governance processes to strengthen the team’s capabilities

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of relevant experience, within the Financial Services industry or Big Four consulting required, during which s/he applied formal project management methodologies to the successful planning, monitoring, and reporting of complex projects spanning geographies and organizations
• SME knowledge in FRTB and market Risk Management disciplines in a global bank environment
• Understanding of banking regulations and risk management supervisory expectations for global financial institutions and a strong business understanding of the products and services Citi offers
• Understanding of the data (design, principles) and technology models and architecture
• Understanding of Agile methodology

Education:

• Masters or MBA in Finance, Economics, or other analytical discipline

OR

• Chartered Accountant (CA) with strong relevant experience
• Certifications like Financial Risk Manager (FRM) / Professional Risk Manager (PRM), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred

• Additional certification in Agile, Prince 2, Data Sciences will be an added advantage

Skills:

• Ability to quickly come up to speed on multiple topics concurrently (e.g., risk frameworks, processes that are being remediated / transformed) to be able to understand program objectives and to oversee / contribute effectively to their execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to quickly grasp new subject matter and apply an analytical mindset to think proactively and strategically, identify gaps and propose solutions
• Stakeholder Management – Well developed listening, influencing and collaboration skills and ability to engage senior managers, identify and influence decision makers, defuse conflict and work toward agreement
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to comfortably interact effectively with senior internal clients, project managers and cross functional stakeholders

Well organized, self-motivated, and good attention to detail, ability to manage tight deadlines or unexpected requirement changes, take reasoned decisions under pressure and willingness to ask questions and challenge existing processes

• Articulates viewpoints precisely; adopts cognitive and behavioral skills to communicate to a specialist and non-specialist audience
• Effective presentation skills
• People Leadership: Is considered a role model as a leader who practices meritocracy. Is very adept at conflict resolution and demonstrates assertiveness

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