ISG Risk & Control Targeted Review Manager

Job Description

• Targeted / proactive process reviews lead global control reviews of high risk or key regulatory processes/functions across the ISG Operations teams
• Identify issues and obtain support from operational teams to collaboratively identify and agree upon the proper solutions
• Perform both process design and execution testing to identify process gaps
• Report and track every control gap identified until resolution
• Develop and execute targeted review plans and schedules
• Manage and develop a small group of dedicated staff who will complete process reviews
• Controls Reporting oversight ensure that all key controls are included in MCA process and confirm the veracity of MCA testing in line with how the process operations.
• Collaborate with teams across the business and determine impact on the overall control environment of any noted issues
• Recommend appropriate and pragmatic solutions to risk and control issues
• Issue Remediation ensure that all issues noted through pro-active review are tracked through appropriate forums (Issues, Corrective Actions and milestones) inclusive of self-identified (IBAM), regulatory or audit issues and recommending suitable solutions/ of Corrective Action Plans(CAPs);
• CAP Validation validate corrective actions implemented to mitigate risk, and liaise with appropriate groups to ensure timely closureLeadership
• Projects Assist regional or global risk and control related projects;
• Innovation develop methods to make the Risk and Control Targeted Review function more efficient and ensure local processes are considered in global initiatives.
• Use communication skills to influence a wide range of internal audiences including product, function, or regional executive management partners
• Presentations Be confident at presenting open issues on the right forums for R&C CAPs, KRIs, R&C projects for regional and global partners/ leaders.
• Relationship Management Develop strong partnerships within the ISG Operations & Technology groups, as well as other organizations supporting ISG activities (IA, Compliance, etc)
• People management: responsible for supporting aspects of growth, performance and quality of the risk mitigation team

Knowledge/Experience:

• Experience with working with a large, global organization.
• Understanding of Citi s internal policies and processes and the ability to quickly identify areas of weakness.
• Knowledge of the ISG Operations processes or reference data is an advantage.
• Internal Audit or Compliance Assurance related experience is essential
• Experience in managing projects or leading large initiatives

Skills:

• Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, decision making, and attention to detail skills
• Proven success in a team environment and willingness to help team achieve goals.
• Able to plan and organize several initiatives to deadlines; ability to pragmatically and flexibly prioritise work streams.
• Analytical ability to review processes and identify issues/ control breaks
• Ability to proficiently use MS Office products, particularly Outlook, Power point, and Excel.

Qualifications:

• A business related degree would be advantageous, however less relevant than extensive in situ experience
• Further risk related qualifications would be beneficialExceptional candidates who do not meet these criteria may be considered for the role provided they have the necessary skills and experience.

Competencies:

• Able to interact with Auditors, Compliance and Independent Controls Groups and to have the ability to influence & negotiate
• Ability to build strong relationships at various level.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines as part of a team.
• Willing to be involved in all aspects of a task.
• Ability to work on several initiatives concurrently and cope with changes in priorities.

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Keyskills :
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