Business Unit Manager (Service) in Belfast

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United KingdomCategory: Business Strategy, ProfessionalCompany: CitiBusiness Unit ManagerAre you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution?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 OverviewThe Senior Business Unit Group Manager is a senior-level position primarily responsible for the overall administrative activities of a business unit and the management of International Operations Business Execution and Enablement support for the Functions within CSS. This role is crucial for driving operational efficiency, functional governance oversight, ensuring alignment with corporate goals, and supporting the leadership team in achieving business objectives. The manager will coordinate and manage activities such as tracking business financials, employee headcount, and other administrative needs, including ad hoc projects. This role serves as a trusted and strategic partner to senior leadership, focusing on resource planning and expense management in partnership with Finance, HR, and Senior Management across functional lines and the International Operations organization.What you'll doTeam Leadership & Operational Management:Manage the International Business Execution team and CSS enablement org ensuring operational efficiency and functional governance oversight.Manage and drive the process to set up a continuous cycle of organization/operating model reviews to shape the local organization modelFinancial & Expense Management:Create methodologies, procedures, and governance for the Productivity Area to ensure expense targets are met by each business/function.Engage in robust cost management activities, including validating spending and cost-saving initiatives, monitoring savings and expenses, and ensuring consistency between financial information, productivity information and HR reports.Monitor resource skills planning and organizational health.Risk Management & Compliance:Appropriately assess risk when making business decisions, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients, and assets.Drive compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, adhering to Policy, and applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct, and business practices.Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:Act as a key liaison between senior management and Global Function partners including HR, Finance, Legal, and ICRM.Drive the implementation of key strategies, promoting a positive culture and engagement across the organization.Provide leadership and foster business relationships with internal and external senior leaders/clients across key businesses, regions, and support functions.Governance and PMCoordinate activities across multiple areas within the business unit, including planning for business continuity, helping to establish action plans and assign owners to drive business priorities.Coordinate special projects and participate in AI InitiativesReporting & Administrative Support:Prepare governance packs and forum materialsDevelop dashboards and recurring reports, including attrition data and selected metrics.What we'll need from youExtensive prior experience in financial services.Experience working in global and complex settings with multiple stakeholdersKnowledge of the financial services industry and technology, including Profit & Loss (P&L), accruals, client allocations, capitalization, recovery and fixed price contractsProven ability to work in a team of diverse skill sets and culturesProven ability to work in high-pressure, time-sensitive environmentsConsistently demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communicationBachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experienceMaster's degree preferredWhat we can offer youWe work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. By joining Citi Belfast, 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 tenureA discretional annual performance related bonusPrivate medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstancesEmployee Assistance ProgramPension PlanPaid Parental LeaveSpecial discounts for employees, family, and friendsAccess to an array of learning and development resourcesAlongside 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.LI-SM9------------------------------------------------------Job Family Group: Business Strategy, Management & Administration------------------------------------------------------Job Family:Business Execution & Administration------------------------------------------------------Time Type:Full time------------------------------------------------------Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above.------------------------------------------------------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.If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi.View Citi's EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.