About the Group

The Finance Quality Assurance, Testing, and Validation (QATV) team is dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of accuracy, reliability and control through testing Citi’s regulatory and management reporting while providing an objective assessment of issue remediation. The team sits within the Finance organization and comprises nine teams with more than 250 colleagues across the globe. QATV is the critical First Line Testing for key BCBS 239 reports and quality assurance and issue management across Finance. We will continue to enhance our methodology, deliver enterprise-wide frameworks, and drive controlled and consistent results with our partners.

The QATV team plays a critical role within Finance and the broader firm by ensuring the organization’s adherence to regulatory standards and driving operational efficiency through first line testing and quality assurance initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape enterprise-wide strategies, collaborate with global stakeholders, and contribute to the organization’s long-term success. This is  an exciting time to join QATV with growth plans and business critical deliverables across all regions.

About the Team

The Report Owner Engagement & Strategy team plays the critical role of connecting all of the work across QATV, ensuring our strategy, messaging, and delivery remains on track and consistent. We work closely with the head of QATV, other team leads, Report Owners and businesses, management, and regulators to share progress and updates, wins and challenges, and ensure that we remain on track end-to-end. Some of the work includes:

• Develop QATV strategy and interaction model across all BCBS 239 reports and Report Owners

• Ensure consistent and transparent communications across all stakeholder both in and outside of the broader QATV organization

• Align strategy and priorities across the end-to-end testing process, providing transparency and consistency across all three Lines of Defense

About the Role

The Vice President (Financial Solutions Lead Analyst) will be a key member within the Quality Assurance, Testing & Validation (QATV) team, focusing on QATV's global strategy, interaction models with Report Owners and key stakeholders, etc. This individual will work with cross-functional teams, oversee critical testing initiatives, and drive strategic execution to ensure robust governance, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across the enterprise.

The successful candidate will possess deep expertise in financial solutions, risk management, and quality assurance and will work collaboratively with senior stakeholders to support the organization’s global strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Execution

  • Partner with QATV and Report Owner Engagement & Strategy Head to develop and execute QATV’s global strategy.

  • Collaborate with the Technology & Metrics team to implement effective communication strategies.

  • Support QATV pillars in aligning and executing ongoing strategic initiatives.

  • Support enterprise-wide strategy for targeted testing of the 2nd and 3rd Lines of Defense (LoD).

• Governance & Methodologies

  • Develop methodologies, metrics, and governance frameworks to enhance quality assurance and validation processes.

  • Partner with LoDs to establish comprehensive testing calendars and ensure consistency across enterprise-wide initiatives.

  • Lead bi-weekly forums with LoDs to review updates, align objectives, and ensure seamless execution of testing programs.

• Testing Leadership & Execution

  • Support a team of ad hoc exams / “SWAT” team professionals to conduct targeted testing and validation across business segments.

  • Serve as a second tester and approver for critical testing exercises to ensure quality and rigor.

  • Act as the primary point of contact for enterprise testing requests and SWAT exercises, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards.

• Regulatory Compliance & Remediation

  • Support regulatory responses, coordinate meetings, and manage deliverables to address compliance requirements.

  • Lead the development of a remediation pipeline for team’s book of work, ensuring effective governance and controls.

  • Partner with Report Owners, stakeholders, and testing segment leads to support SWAT exercises and enterprise-wide testing efforts.

• Team Leadership & Collaboration

  • Manage all aspects of team performance, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and career development.

  • Build and sustain strong partnerships with senior stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and cross-functional teams to drive organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Experience:

  • 6–10+ years of relevant experience within financial services, quality assurance, testing, or risk management.

  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic and complex environment.

  • In-depth knowledge of banking products, systems, and regulatory frameworks (BCBS 239 preferred).

  • Background in reporting and analytics, especially in a regulatory or compliance context

  • Proven experience in managing relationships with regulators, senior management, and external stakeholders

  • Experience in coordinating large-scale reporting initiatives or program delivery

  • Understanding of BCBS 239 or similar regulatory frameworks

• Skills:

  • Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

  • Exceptional communication and diplomacy abilities to influence and guide senior stakeholders, ensuring transparency and clarity.

  • Strong understanding of risk management and regulatory compliance (US-focused).

  • Stakeholder management, strategic planning, and process development.

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to develop clear, concise messaging, reports, decks, etc.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or a related field is required.

• Master’s degree is preferred.

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Job Family Group:

Finance

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Job Family:

Fin Solutions Dsgn & Implement

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

New Castle Delaware United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$125,760.00 - $188,640.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Most Relevant Skills

Assessment, Change Management, Communication, Credible Challenge, Management Reporting, Problem Solving, Program Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Jul 03, 2025

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