Overview
Citi Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
We’re currently looking for a high caliber professional to join our team as Senior Officer , Securities Services Sanctions Operations (SSO) – Hybrid (Internal Job Title : Securities & Derivatives Analyst 2 - C10 ) based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
SSSO is a global function responsible for potential sanctions match investigation, dispositioning, escalation, and other related activities in the context of automatically and / or manually screened securities transactions, securities static data, and / or associated client static data. Being the first line of defense, SSSO ensures that Citi securities services business lines remain compliant with the US, EU, UK, UN, and country-level sanctions regulations by executing controls implemented by the Firm.
We provide programs and services for physical and mental well-being, learning and development resources, and work-life balance programs to support Citi employees globally.
Responsibilities
- Resolve settlement issues, and serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to interpret against policies, guidelines or processes; escalate complex issues as needed.
- Analyze data using data analysis tools and methodologies to make process improvement recommendations to senior management.
- Utilize understanding of securities and derivatives settlement activities to interpret data, prepare reports, and present findings to management.
- Identify policy gaps and formulate policies to aid in the streamlining of related work processes.
- Assist with the implementation of assigned projects, including trade flow process enhancement initiatives.
- Interpret data to make recommendations for launching new products, services, and upgraded platforms.
- Minimize risk to the bank by monitoring / providing solutions to errors and adhering to audit and control policies.
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citi and its clients, by driving compliance with applicable laws and regulations, adhering to Policy, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency; supervise the activity of others and create accountability for those who fail to maintain standards.
Qualifications / Skills
3 years of relevant professional experience in security services, banking, compliance, and / or sanctions / AML / KYC monitoring.Strong awareness of the global geopolitical situation and its major themes, understanding of sanctions risk and its implications.Attention to detail and investigative mindset (curiosity, ability to spot patterns, research skills), diligence, discipline, and a risk-averse approach.Resilience to stress and pressure, ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and multitasking.Strong command of English and MS Excel literacy (basic functions and pivot tables).Additional ones as per role requirements.EEO statements : Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Citigroup Inc. and its subsidiaries invite all qualified applicants to apply for career opportunities. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our tools or apply, review Accessibility at Citi. View the EEO posters and policy statements referenced in the original description.
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