Citi Group VP Ethics Officer 

United States, Texas, Houston 

822950980

Based in Irving or Tampa, the Ethics Lead Officer will report to an Ethics Sr Group Manager in Citi’s Ethics Office and ultimately to Citi’s Ethics Executive Group Manager. This position will be responsible for the effective oversight of ethics-related investigations in Banking, Markets, Services, and Client, as well as matters in Asia South, Europe, the UK, JANA, and MEA.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate concerns reported to the Ethics Office with a demonstrated understanding of inherent risks presented in the structure of a global financial services company in a dynamic regulatory environment.
• Determine the handling and assignment of matters to the appropriate investigative partners (Employee Relations, Legal, Citi Security and Investigative Services).
• Establish strong relationships to effectively advise on and oversee the investigation of matters reported to the Ethics Office, including providing independent credible challenge and timely, thoughtful guidance to investigative partners in Employee Relations, Legal, and Citi Security and Investigative Services.
• Effectively handle a portfolio of matters, including prioritizing numerous matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to prepare accurate and concise written closure summaries.
• Contribute to the preparation and analysis of reports to be distributed to business committees, senior management, auditors and regulators.
• Contribute to accurate responses to ad-hoc requests for information regarding Ethics Office matters from internal and external stakeholders, including assisting in responses to relevant regulatory authorities, while preserving confidentiality obligations.
• Evaluate new laws, regulations, and policies in jurisdictions around the world that may affect Ethics Office operations and make recommendations for any required operational changes.
• Assist with other Ethics Office initiatives as needed, including assisting with presentations and other engagements with investigative partners, stakeholders, and the general employee population.
• Stay abreast of relevant Citi business and function developments in order to effectively carry out responsibilities.
• Understand and apply Citi’s business priorities and contribute to change to support an agile Ethics Office process.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Assist with the appropriate assessment of 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 policies, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

• 6-10 years of legal, investigations, or regulatory experience, including familiarity with the global financial services industry and products.
• Excellent analytical skills, sound judgment, discretion, attention to detail, and an understanding of business processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex problems and solutions, including the evaluation of the sufficiency of internal investigations, through concise and clear messaging to internal stakeholders and senior leaders.
• Ability to manage complex documentation with strong organizational skills and attention todetail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal partners, navigate a dynamic and complex organization, and influence and lead people across cultures.
• Ability to learn and use relevant technology tools, including case management systems, and basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must be a highly motivated, organized, team-oriented self-starter with the ability to work independently.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree, potentially Master’s degree, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated proficiency with legal writing required
• JD or equivalent education a plus

Anticipated Posting Close Date:

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