EMEA Head of Commodities Operations

Posted:
8/14/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom ⋅ Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Overview of Citi:
Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in analysis, problem solving and communication to Citi’s Commodities Team.

By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Markets Operations Belfast Overview:

Our Operations groups are core to the success of the Markets business.  We support a wide range of internal stakeholders  alongside having significant interaction with external clients, playing a key role in the overall client experience.

A role within Markets Operations means that you will have a truly global reach, in a supportive environment which will provide you with new experiences and development opportunities right here in Belfast’s iconic Titanic Quarter. 

You can play an important part in transforming and simplifying our operating model, creating an exciting environment which encourages diversity of thought and inclusion within an organisation that authentically values and invests in its people

Role Overview:

The role resides within the EMEA Commodities Operations team based in Belfast, who are responsible for supporting and partnering with the Commodities Business across the full suite of their activities. The Commodities business transacts high volumes across various different markets  This Director position is responsible for overseeing the Confirmations, Settlements, Cash Reconciliations and Expense functions performed by the EMEA team. We require a specialist with a strong understanding of how to risk manage commodity deals, innovate and drive change across organisation.

 
What you’ll do:

  • Act as a strategic partner with all potential stakeholders in onboarding new and complex commodities transactions, ensuring procedures are properly embedded, supported and risk managed on an ongoing basis.
  • Serve as an analytical and procedural expert in the full trade life cycle while supporting a wide range of internal and external clients.
  • Assist with the planning of actions and resources to support new business.
  • Manage complex and variable operations related issues, define and communicate problems, develop innovative solutions, streamline processes and lead change-the-bank initiatives.
  • Closely follow trends in the industry, identify cost saving opportunities and build effective relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
  • Increase scale and efficiencies by analysing and presenting data to develop new solutions and oversee the integrity of process.
  • Assist with overseeing the risk control environment, compliance efforts to follow policies and procedures and keep abreast of Citi's operational processes and best practices in business strategy.

What we’ll need from you:

  • Significant relevant experience
  • Advanced level experience in a related role with extensive experience in business, functional and people management preferred
  • Experience in managing a Commodities Operations team within Banking and Financial Services Institutions preferred
  • Proven ability to manage various concurrent activities/projects in a high-risk environment
  • Effective project management and negotiation skills
  • Consistently demonstrated clear and concise written and verbal communication
  • Demonstrated success dealing with senior and executive management

What we can offer you:

This role will provide you with exposure to global stakeholders and processes and will enable you to effect change at senior levels.

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi Belfast, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as: 

  • Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
  • A discretional annual performance related bonus
  • Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
  • Employee Assistance Program  
  • Pension Plan 
  • Paid Parental Leave 
  • Special discounts for employees, family, and friends 
  • Access to an array of learning and development resources 

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day.  We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive. 

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities. 

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Job Family Group:

Operations - Transaction Services

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Job Family:

Securities and Derivatives Processing

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Time Type:

Full time

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