Director, Deposit Strategy & Analytics, Balance Sheet Strategy – Global Lead

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in analysis, problem solving and communication to Citi’s Liquidity Management Services team.

By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Team/Role Overview:

The role is part of the Liquidity Management Services (LMS) Balance Sheet Strategy Team. The primary objective of the Strategy and Analytics position is to drive revenue, balance sheet, and spread optimization objectives across clusters - collaborating with Cluster LMS Heads and leading the Cluster Balance Sheet Leads to proactively manage business financial objectives.

The person filling this position will be required to liaise with Finance organization to enhance LMS cluster analytics to establish effective KPIs tracking. An important part of the role will be managing deposit levels to firm’s set objectives (e.g. consider GSIB, Net interest margin, and return optimization) and partner with Finance monitor financial performance and enhance our forecasting process through improved strategies.

The person responsible for this role will lead a team of 5 senior professionals (3 Directors) and will be responsible for supporting financial planning processes (Plan, QMMF, CCAR, etc.) as well as quarterly deposit sensitivity determination process. The person will also be responsible for setting agendas and driving content for key strategy forums, such as quarterly business reviews and asset and liability strategy reviews.

What you’ll do:

• Work in the LMS Business Execution and Balance Sheet Strategy Team across a spectrum of balance sheet objectives assuring effective execution, stakeholders’ alignment, and effective partnership.
• Define and manage overall balance sheet optimization strategy for LMS; drive and track execution.
• Partner with Finance and Data Analytics to enhance Monthly Cluster/ Client Analytics. Assure delivery and standardization of Key Performance Indicators.
• Guide planning and forecasting processes (Plan, QMMF, CCAR, etc.) with an analytical lens, scrutinizing performance drivers and identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Partner with Finance and Treasury to deliver annual and quarterly Beta/sensitivity determination and monthly tracking process.
• Manage various monthly forums (Assets/Liabilities Strategy Forums, Business Management, country deep dives).
• Deposit Volatility Monitoring / Targets & Deposit Capacity Management, Global Systemic Important Banks management.
• Assure appropriate Transfer Pricing/Hedge across clusters / countries in partnership with Fund Transfer Pricing, Capital and Hedging Optimization Team.
• Support LMS Business Execution and Balance Sheet Strategy Head in any balance sheet related activities.
• Support any other ad hoc Cluster / Country ask in relation to all balance sheet management topics that arise.
• Drive Franchise / Services balance sheet strategy execution and overall Tangible Common Equity and Liquidity optimization for the franchise / liaising with key regional and functional partners.
• Assure effective Planning, Forecasting and Beta processes.
• Identify revenue and optimization opportunities across clusters.
• Assure the right KPIs and analytics/reporting to measure and track performance.
• Steer development of Balance sheet Strategy and Analytics team, define the vision and direction for the team.

What we’ll need from you:

• Significant senior experience in Product Management and/or Treasury beneficial.
• Experience in deposit behaviours, asset-liability management, planning, and analysis.
• Highly developed stakeholders’ management skills.
• An analytical mindset, commercial awareness, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s/University degree, master’s degree preferred.

What we can offer you:

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi London, 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:

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
• A discretional annual performance related bonus
• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
• 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.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.