Banking and International Risk and Controls Senior Analyst - Assistant Vice President

Team/Role Overview

The Banking and International Risk and Controls team is committed to providing the highest standards of risk and control coverage within the Banking sector, ensuring the robust adoption of all internal policies and external regulatory requirements through effective and sustainable processes. This role involves oversight of critical compliance, conduct, and operational risks throughout the Banking business. The successful candidate will be instrumental in supporting the Banking and International Risk and Controls team with the design and delivery of the control framework, collaborating with Banking business to identify risks stemming from business activities, designing and operating controls to measure and manage those risks, and continuously monitoring their effectiveness.

What you’ll do

• Drive active participation from inception through implementation in cross-functional and cross-business initiatives, ensuring stringent business compliance with laws, regulations, and policy requirements across all key and complex risk levels.
• Maintain consistent and impactful engagement with Senior Business Leaders, Legal, Risk Management, and Compliance teams to effectively address and resolve intricate regulatory and operational matters.
• Proactively initiate and cultivate strategic relationships across the business unit and broader organization to thoroughly identify and comprehend evolving business needs and control requirements.
• Actively champion and embed a strong culture of accountability, integrity, and mutual respect within the team and across stakeholder groups.
• Demonstrate a proven capability to operate with autonomy and minimal direct supervision.
• Exhibit independent judgment and decision-making capabilities, serving as a credible Subject Matter Expert (SME) for senior stakeholders and team members alike.

What we’ll need from you

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree in a directly relevant field such as Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or Risk Management. Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in risk management, internal controls, or audit functions within the financial services sector.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct detailed process analysis, identify control gaps, and formulate actionable recommendations to enhance quality, strengthen control environments, and optimize operational efficiency.
• Exhibit strong project management and organizational skills, with a proven capability to effectively lead and handle multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Display analytical skills, coupled with robust follow-up mechanisms and a systematic approach to problem-solving.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, with emphasis on MS Excel.
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess strong interpersonal and relationship management skills, effectively influencing stakeholders and fostering a collaborative and cooperative working environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and contribute effectively within virtual teams, spanning various geographical locations and time zones.

What we can offer you

By joining Citi Hungary, 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 compensation package and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well:

• Cafeteria Program
• Home Office Allowance (for colleagues working in hybrid work models)
• Paid Parental Leave Program (maternity and paternity leave)
• Private Medical Care Program and onsite medical rooms at our offices
• Pension Plan Contribution to voluntary pension fund
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to a wide variety of learning and development programs, online course libraries and upskilling platforms, such as Udemy and Degreed
• Flexible work arrangements to support you in managing work - life balance
• Career progression opportunities across geographies and business lines
• Socially active employee communities with diverse networking opportunities

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.

Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.

Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.