Job Description

Citi is a world-leading global bank. We have approximately 200 million customer accounts and a presence in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions worldwide. We provide consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management. We enable clients to achieve their strategic financial objectives by providing them with cutting-edge ideas, best-in-class products and solutions, and unparalleled access to capital and liquidity.


Citi Belfast is one of the largest employers in Northern Ireland with a diverse and talented team of over 3000 people from over 40 different nationalities across our four Belfast offices. We are the only global investment bank operating in Northern Ireland. Every day, our local experts interact with global teams in over 100 countries developing and supporting next-generation technology solutions for the enterprise and delivering critical services to the bank and its customers, to make sure we are a stronger and safer organization for our clients. You will have a truly global reach, which will provide you with new experiences and development opportunities right here in Belfast's iconic Titanic Quarter.


The Business Associate is an intermediate level position within the controls and reporting team supporting the Enterprise Data Office (EDO) business execution function. The role requires a professional who applies in-depth disciplinary knowledge, contributing to the development of new techniques and the improvement of processes and workflow for the area or function. Requires good analytical skills to filter, prioritize and validate potentially complex and dynamic material from multiple sources. Strong communication and diplomacy skills are required. The Business Associate may assist in activities such as the tracking of business financials, managing employee headcount or coordination of other administrative needs. May work on ad hoc projects as requested.


Responsibilities:

Manage end-to-end non-employee tenure/renewal process to include liaising with senior leaders, HR, legal and country heads as required. Interface with centralized staffing office on contractor hiring requirements and partner with business managers to forecast monthly headcount Support resource location strategy and assist with future headcount planning, including flagging relocations and exit plans to Business Execution Leads in advance of non-employee renewal process. Act as key point of contact for external vendors regarding invoice queries and adopt intermediary role facilitating accurate and efficient payment process. Provide training on non-employee tenure/renewal process and utilising Workforce Management tool (WMC) as required. Consolidate weekly Resource Justification submission requests for 'time and materials' resources globally, obtain approvals and action invoicing process. Expand current processes and responsibilities across EDO organisation, including onboarding of data in WMC, staff training, support, and troubleshooting. Support management by providing ad hoc analysis on an as needed basis. Apply judgment when reviewing and interpreting data, preparing reports, and sharing findings to management, while supporting a variety of tasks related to business office governance. Minimize risk to business partners through a solid understanding of procedural requirements and control policies. Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating 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 behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Knowledge/Experience

Relevant experience in a similar role. Advanced Excel expertise including demonstrated capabilities with pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas. Experience working with large data sets. Experience with databases and information management. Experience of producing high quality and accurate reports for senior audiences in demanding timeframes. Experience of learning new work/activities quickly and identifying opportunities for process improvement. Interest and experience in the financial services industry, particularly in the areas of technology and data mining.

Skills

Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills. Outstanding analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail. Strong Microsoft Office skills including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Focused on quality of output as well as the speed of delivery. Ability to use own initiative. Strong team working skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively. Interest and experience in the financial services industry, particularly in the areas of technology and data mining.

Education:

Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

What we'll provide you:

By joining Citi, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) A discretional annual performance related bonus Private Medical Care & Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Pension Plan Paid Parental Leave Special discounts for employees, family, and friends Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay and empowered to thrive.



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Job Family Group:

Business Strategy, Management & Administration
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Job Family:

Business Execution & Administration
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Time Type:

Full time
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