Description

This IT Business Strategy Lead role is within the Wholesale Lending Technology (WLT) department which itself is part of the Information Services Group (ISG) Data Engineering organization. WLT is transforming Credit Risk and Lending technology from the ground up; establishing a strategic end to end integrated Wholesale Credit Risk and Lending ecosystem to simplify business process, strengthen controls, improve data quality, drive organizational productivity, and enhance the overall client experience. 

The IT Business Strategy Lead position is part of the Business Strategy and Project Execution team which is responsible for the financials, budgeting, resourcing and portfolio hygiene of the WLT organization. We support executive leadership as they execute on business strategy by effectively collaborating with our business management office and with technical and product leadership to provide resourcing and financial budgeting, forecasting and metrics aligned to WLT Initiatives.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented professional who will help to oversee strategic initiatives, manage special projects, prepare annual budgets, financial and resourcing reports and communicate with stakeholders. This role requires someone with excellent communication and leadership skills, strategic thinking and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities:

• Assist WLT Leadership in decision making and strategic planning

• Oversee and manage special projects and process improvements as assigned

• Coordinate and streamline communication between different teams and departments

• Monitor and maintain technical resource management plans

• Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial reports

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement

 Qualifications:

• 6 + years of experience in a business strategy, business management or similar role to include resource planning, budgeting and reporting

• Detail oriented with ability to analyze, interpret and use data for decision making

• Intermediate to advanced excel skills to include use of pivot tables, data models, formula crafting, graphs and other data analysis techniques.

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders including executive leadership. Must be able to present materials and chair meetings with directors, managing directors across the technology and product organization.

• Excellent organization and leadership skills

• Experience in strategic planning and execution

• Leadership ability to motivate people and execute through influence

• Ability to align to broader technical strategy and connect the dots

• Problem-solver, consensus builder, conflict resolution skills

• Effective meeting management

• Program/project management skills

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.  (Citi will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization for this position). Position is based in Irving, TX. Candidate must be located within commuting distance or be willing to relocate to the area.

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Technology Project Management

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Irving Texas 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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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Dec 04, 2024

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