The Finance CRO Group provides independent, objective, reliable, valued and timely assurance to the Board of Directors, the Committees, the Citigroup Chief Risk Officer, the Citigroup Chief Credit Officer, senior management and regulators on the effectiveness of credit, capital and collateral risk management and the ability of the Business and independent Risk Management to identify, monitor and mitigate current and emerging risks.

The Confirmation of Basel Classification Review & Analysis (COBRA) team provides an independent

review and challenge of risk and operational processes and procedures and accuracy and timeliness of risk parameters used to determine regulatory capital treatment for various exposures.

The SVP, Regulatory Capital Risk Sr. Lead Analyst manages independent review and challenge of regulatory capital treatment of exposures across Citi’s Markets businesses. The role requires a thorough understanding of fundamental credit and credit risk concepts and/or associated regulatory capital requirements, including Standardized and Advanced Risk Weighted Assets (RWA) requirements under US Basel Rules. The role also requires working knowledge of upcoming key Basel regulations. Familiarity with regulatory capital reporting is also preferred.

Responsibilities: 

• Review the exposure classification and treatment determination, examine the interpretation of the Capital Rules vis-à-vis Basel III rules for consolidated US reporting and ensure the RWA method and results are appropriate and accurately represent the riskiness of the exposure under review
• Review various transactions end to end across the institution to determine if the appropriate capital is being allocated. This includes reviewing legal documents, approvals, risk ratings and how transactions flow through the system to determine the RWA that is being applied and comparing transactions to the appropriate rules.
• Work closely with CIAT (Capital Interpretation and Analysis Team), Finance, Technology, Accounting, Risk Architecture, Line Risk, Product Control, Capital Optimization, Regulatory Reporting and Risk Policy to insure the appropriate groups are engaged in remediating any issues raised in COBRA reviews. 
• Insure the proper functions take ownership for remediation and follow up on progress to insure closure. Raise issues that may arise to complete remediation. 
• Interaction with business partners, line risk, as well as the bank regulators ; Present regulatory risk related topics to risk organization including senior management reporting; contribute to Basel Training initiatives 
• Work with various subject matter experts in the interpretive office to assist in various interpretations. 
• Communicate analytical insights effectively to senior stakeholders, management, regulators, and Internal Audit
• Assist Policy group in crafting policies that may need to be changed/added as a result of COBRA findings. 
• Must become proficient in the US Basel rules 
• Assist in training on various Basel topics

Qualifications: 

Knowledge/Experience:

• 10+ years of experience
• Strong transactional experience in complex structures enabling an individual to pull apart transactions and understand all the risk points.
• Knowledge in Derivative products and/or trading products.
• Understanding of the US Basel rules.
• Risk management experience and an understanding of risk policies a plus. Knowledge of general accounting practices a plus.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively in a high pressure environment as meetings will involve senior members of each business.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster a collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated ability for problem solving, intellectual curiosity, independent work and attention to detail.
• Financial services experience preferred.
• Highly motivated with the ability to multi-task productively.

Competencies:

• Must be willing to work in a team environment.
• Will need to reach out to various experts in risk, accounting, finance, operations, policy, technology and regulatory reporting.
• Must be persistent and willing to challenge the status quo and question existing treatment.
• Strong ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely to senior management through verbal and written form.
• Self-motivated with strong project management skills and ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Solid understanding and experience with internal or external controls, regulatory compliance, and capital planning.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and maintain strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing comprehensive review and challenge processes across various business functions.
• Willingness to effectively challenge first line and escalate issues when appropriate.

Education: 

Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred

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Job Family Group:

Risk Management

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Job Family:

Treasury Risk

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Tampa Florida United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$141,440.00 - $212,160.00

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

Analytical Thinking, Credible Challenge, Financial Analysis, Governance, Issue Management, Management Reporting, Policy and Procedure, Policy and Regulation, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Identification and Assessment.

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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:

Sep 01, 2025

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