Securities and Derivatives Associate Analyst

Summary: Citi is a leading global bank, and they are seeking a Securities & Derivatives Associate Analyst. This role involves monitoring and assessing processes related to securities transactions, providing analytic support, and ensuring compliance with procedural requirements within the securities and derivatives processing domain. Responsibilities: - Individual mapped to this job description is responsible for securities transaction processing execution - Typically related to Securities Clearance Settlement and Operations - This may include providing analytic support to traders and support review of derivative products - Supports an expansive and or diverse array of products services - Follows established procedures to identify problems related to securities and derivatives settlement that require investigation or research - Assists in resolving problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents - Delivers reports to satisfy management requirements, support control activities, and the launch of products services - Provides assistance in the implementation of process improvements - Minimizes risk to the bank through increased knowledge of procedural requirements - understands and monitors errors to adhere to audit and control policies. (incl. reconciliation, payment and other processing systems) - Timely management and escalation of all requests inquiries issues errors, (mostly, but not limited to, post settlement) - Demonstrates an intermediate level of understanding of products and processes, and of how duties relate integrate with others in the team and closely related teams - Demonstrates an excellent knowledge of bank related systems - Utilizes strong communication, interpersonal and diplomacy skills to interact with colleagues and stakeholders, and to exchange potentially complex sensitive information, while being sensitive to audience diversity - Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency Required Qualifications: - 0-2 years of experience working in Treasury Operations or Middle Office - Good understanding of Treasury products, accounting and regulatory policies - Ability to work in a structured, high volume, time sensitive, high risk and demanding environment - Good analytical skills and positive attitude - Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience Required Skills: Securities transaction processing, Securities clearance, Securities settlement, Derivatives settlement, Treasury operations, Middle office operations, Treasury products, Accounting policies, Regulatory policies, Risk assessment, Audit and control policies, Reconciliation, Payment processing systems Benefits: Discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards, Medical, dental & vision coverage, 401(k), Life, accident, and disability insurance, Wellness programs, Paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays