About the Role
Citi is seeking a Program Management Senior Lead to manage large-scale, cross-functional data programs within the Global Markets business. This role is central to the Markets Program Execution team, focusing on end-to-end delivery of major transformation programs. The position offers the chance to influence strategic direction, align senior stakeholders, and leverage data insights for critical business decisions, making a significant impact in a fast-paced, global environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end program management for strategic data initiatives across the Global Markets business.
- Partner with stakeholders in Markets, Finance, and Technology to align delivery with business objectives.
- Translate complex data findings into clear, compelling narratives for senior leaders.
- Define high-level strategic requirements and produce documentation bridging business needs and delivery outcomes.
- Coordinate cross-functional planning, prioritization, and escalation of project deliverables.
- Champion the adoption of strategic data solutions across functions.
- Act as the subject matter expert on data within the Markets domain.
- Identify, escalate, and manage program risks and issues, ensuring mitigation strategies are executed.
Requirements
- Proven experience in program delivery within financial services.
- Clear track record of coordinating cross-functional data programs in complex, matrixed organizations.
- Substantive knowledge of Capital Markets business and products.
- Solid understanding of trade lifecycle across Front, Middle, and Back Office functions.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams and deliver high-quality outputs under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage credibly with stakeholders from working level through to executive leadership.
- Strong analytical and structured thinking skills.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent university qualification.
- Professional project management certification such as PMP or equivalent would be an asset.
Skills
- Program Management
- Data Programs
- Capital Markets
- Financial Services
- Cross-functional Coordination
- Stakeholder Management
- Requirements Definition
- Risk Management
- Communication Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Structured Thinking
Location
- London
Work Type
- Hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week)
- Full time
Experience Level
- Senior Lead
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent university qualification
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive base salary (annually reviewed)
Benefits
- Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
- Discretional annual performance related bonus
- Private medical insurance packages
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pension Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
- Access to an array of learning and development resources
About the Company
- Citi works hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities it serves.
- Citi puts its employees first and provides the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.
- Citi is committed to ensuring its workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day.
- Citi wants the best talent around the world to be energized to join, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.
Equal Opportunity
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