Services Financial Crimes Risk – High Risk Client Activity (Vice President)

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Team/Role Overview

The Services Financial Crimes Risk team operates as part of the first line of defence, responsible for ensuring proactive, effective, and sustainable financial crimes risk management across Citi's Services line of business.

The Vice President, Services Financial Crimes Risk is responsible for assisting in the management and oversight of financial crime risks as they relate to the use of Services' products by higher-risk clients. Working within a global team, the VP collaborates with Product Heads, Sales, Cluster and Regional teams, Business Risk, Operations, Technology, and Compliance in identifying, assessing, and managing emerging risks — supporting the first-line control infrastructure in addressing them effectively.

This is an operationally focused role that provides day-to-day support to the business, assisting in ensuring that appropriate and effective controls are in place to manage the risks arising from the use of Services products by higher-risk client segments, including Payment Intermediaries, Foreign Correspondent Banks, Marketplaces, Content Creators, and Gaming/Gambling entities.

The VP will contribute to the delivery of governance and oversight activities to ensure that the implementation of controls is consistent with Citi's standards and applicable law with respect to AML, Sanctions, Fraud, Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC), and reputational risk. The position reports to the Services Financial Crimes Risk Senior Vice President for High-Risk Client Activity.

What you’ll do

• Assist in monitoring the client portfolio to ensure it remains within the business's defined risk appetite.
• Support the documentation and ongoing maintenance of control processes.
• Provide administrative and substantive support to the Secretariat function for the relevant committees governing client approval and escalation matters.
• Document actions taken and assist in tracking outstanding matters through to resolution by engaging the relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with ICRM to support the correct interpretation and application of regulatory requirements.
• Assist in assessing proposed modifications to compliance policies and contribute to stakeholder engagement to support effective implementation.
• Liaise with Compliance Assurance and Internal Audit to assist in the timely resolution of identified issues.
• Support oversight activities through the collation and review of metrics, monitoring of activity, and tracking of corrective action plans.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations for senior management and governance committees, covering developments, emerging risks, control issues, and enhancements relating to higher-risk client activity.
• Escalate matters requiring immediate attention to the appropriate supervisor or channel.
• Assist in the maintenance of the Manager's Control Assessment (MCA) in accordance with Citi's Risk Policy.
• Track and manage KYC delinquencies, escalating where appropriate.
• Conduct analysis of activity reviews and assist in applying findings across the broader portfolio.
• Identify and propose follow-up actions arising from reviews and escalations.
• Support the promotion of a balanced and proportionate approach to risk management.
• Assist the business with client engagement as required.

What we’ll need from you

• University degree required; a Master's degree is desirable.
• Relevant experience in financial crime, regulatory compliance, or risk management within a financial institution.
• Good understanding of Correspondent Banking obligations and regulations.
• Good understanding of payments systems, including associated risks, challenges, and opportunities.
• Professional financial crime certification preferred (e.g. ACAMS, ACSS).
• Solid professional background in Financial Services, encompassing Financial Crime and/or Compliance, Business/Product Operations, and/or Risk and Controls.
• Awareness and understanding of blockchain technology and digital assets (e.g. stablecoins, cryptocurrencies) and their associated financial crime risks.
• Familiarity with global cryptocurrency regulations and VASP licensing and compliance requirements.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and clients.
• Ability to work independently and deliver to defined timelines and quality standards.
• Willingness to raise concerns, escalate issues, and flag matters requiring attention.
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present information in a structured and professional manner.
• Ability to work effectively within a global organisation and adapt to a variety of stakeholder environments.
• Organised and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• An interest in or exposure to people and team management is advantageous.
• Familiarity with project management principles is desirable.
• Ability to prioritise and manage competing demands in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Solid analytical skills with a methodical approach to follow-up and problem-solving.
• Ability to review processes and contribute recommendations to improve quality, controls, and operational efficiency.

What we can offer you

By joining Citi Dublin, 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 that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well. Discover more here.

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 energised 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:

Risk Management

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Job Family:

In-Business Risk

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

€93,280.00 - €139,920.00

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Most Relevant Skills

Analytical Thinking, Controls Lifecycle, Credible Challenge, Governance, Policy, Procedure, and Regulation, Risk Management Lifecycle.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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