Team Overview

The Business Selection, Transactional Conflicts, and Reputation Risk (BSCR) team is a global function within Banking that works across our Banking & International divisions to drive superior business alignment and safeguard the firm against franchise risk.   We holistically vet alternative opportunities, client relationships, and revenue streams, while protecting Citi by mitigating transactional conflicts and reputation risks in partnership with the business and control functions.

Role Overview

As a Vice President in the BSCR team, you will be at the heart of Citi's decision-making process for high-stakes transactions. In this high-impact role, you will apply your expertise in risk management and banking to analyze complex deals and provide critical guidance. A significant component of this role involves leading enhancements to our core platform. This position offers unique exposure to senior leadership across the firm as you help navigate complex client alignment decisions and reputation risk scenarios and drive technological innovation, directly influencing the firm's strategic direction and risk appetite.

Key Responsibilities

Deal Analysis & Diligence:

• Conduct in-depth due diligence on potential transactions, analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data to identify and assess potential conflicts of interest and franchise sensitivities.
• Partner directly with deal teams to understand industry dynamics and the specifics of each opportunity, ensuring a comprehensive picture is developed.
• Prepare and present clear, concise materials for senior management and reputation risk forums, documenting key discussions and decisions to ensure a clear audit trail.

Risk Management & Coordination:

• Facilitate the end-to-end business selection and reputation risk review process, coordinating with stakeholders in Banking, Legal, Compliance, and Risk to drive consistent and transparent decision-making.
• Participate in and contribute to high-level discussions involving senior deal team members, franchise heads, and leaders from control functions.
• Ensure client discussions and final documentation align with the decisions and stipulations set forth by the BSCR process.

Platform Modernization & AI Strategy:

• Lead the strategic enhancement of the OPUS system, Citi's core conflict clearance module. This includes conducting a thorough review of current system functionality to identify key areas for improvement.
• Collaborate closely with the global BSCR team to gather requirements and conceptualize system enhancements that address business needs.
• Partner with technology teams to drive the implementation of system changes, from design and testing through to deployment.
• Champion the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a critical component of the platform's evolution, focusing on solutions that significantly increase process efficiency and elevate the user experience.

Qualifications & Skills

• 6-10 years of experience in a financial services role

• Bachelor’s Degree/University degree or equivalent experience

• Master’s degree preferred

Essential Experience:

• Significant experience at a leading financial institution, with a strong background in Investment Banking, Legal, or Risk Management.
• Deep familiarity with a range of corporate and investment banking products, services, and transaction types.

Core Competencies:

• Exceptional Judgment: Proactive, commercially minded, and possess exceptional business judgment with a keen eye for detail.
• Analytical Acumen: Strong ability to synthesize complex information, perform qualitative and quantitative analysis, and distill key issues.
• Communication Excellence: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the polish and credibility to engage effectively with senior leadership.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage complex projects, particularly those involving technology systems and process re-engineering, to improve quality, controls, and efficiency.

Leadership & Influence:

• A proactive, self-starting attitude with the ability to work independently and drive initiatives forward.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work effectively across multiple business lines and functions to influence decisions and implement change.

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Job Family Group:

Business Strategy, Management & Administration

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Job Family:

Business Execution & Administration

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

New York New York United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$142,320.00 - $213,480.00

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

Please see the requirements listed above.

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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:

Mar 27, 2026

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