Middle Office Analyst (Entry Level) at Citigroup · Belfast

Middle Office Analyst (Entry Level) Location: Belfast United Kingdom Role Overview The Equity Derivatives Middle Office team plays a critical role in supporting multiple sales desks by resolving exceptions across diverse trade flows. Operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we continuously seek innovative ways to improve processes, including system enhancements and strategic project work, addressing new challenges daily. What you'll do Process equity derivatives transactions and provide analytical support for sales, contributing to the review of derivative products. Identify and resolve securities and derivative settlement issues, recommending process improvements to leadership. Analyze moderately complex reports to fulfill management requirements, support control activities, and facilitate the launch of new products and services. Monitor for and suggest solutions to errors, leveraging an intermediate understanding of procedural requirements to minimize risk to the firm. Escalate transaction processing issues to relevant departments and collaborate on effective solutions. Design and analyze moderately complex reports in alignment with leadership-defined standards. Contribute to control activities and the successful introduction of new products and services. Ensure all processes adhere strictly to audit and control policies. Proactively assess risk in business decisions, prioritizing the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients, and assets. This includes driving compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, adhering to Policy, exercising sound ethical judgment, and transparently escalating, managing, and reporting control issues. What we need from you Foundational understanding of financial markets, ideally with exposure to equity derivatives or middle office operations. Proven ability to perform various concurrent activities/projects in a high-risk environment. Demonstrated capacity to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced work setting. What we can offer you 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. ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Operations - Transaction Services ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Securities and Derivatives Processing ------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------ Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above. ------------------------------------------------------ Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi. View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.