Operations Core Project Lead Analyst

Job description

Role overview We are seeking a strategic and experienced professional to join our Investor Services Operational Change team in a hybrid Senior Project Manager and Business Analyst Lead role. This position is critical for leading and shaping client initiatives within our Fund Accounting and Middle Office businesses. The ideal candidate will be a recognized technical authority who can drive operational change, filter and validate complex material from multiple sources, and contribute to the directional strategy of the business.

This role requires a unique blend of project leadership, sophisticated analysis, and the ability to influence and guide senior stakeholders, internal teams, and external clients. As a key partner to international investment institutions, a high degree of professionalism and diplomacy is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Program Leadership: Lead, coordinate, and successfully implement multiple, complex projects and programs across Operations, in close partnership with Product, Technology, and external clients.

Strategic Analysis

Provide sophisticated analysis and interpretive thinking to define complex problems, complete complex analysis, and influence strategic functional decisions.

Planning & Execution

Formulate detailed project plans, including analysis of effort, cost, and impact on various Citi businesses to ensure timely execution and mitigate potential risks.

Team Management

Build, manage, and lead effective project teams, which may include the direct or indirect management of Business Analysts and other project members. Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to guide senior stakeholders and team members.

Stakeholder & Client Partnership

Act as a trusted partner to clients and internal business partners. Guide, influence, and convince others through strong communication and diplomacy skills.

Risk & Control

Proactively identify, manage, and escalate project risks to minimize implementation issues. Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients, and its assets.

Innovation & Improvement

Challenge the status quo, display initiative, and drive competitive differentiation by proposing and implementing innovative solutions and process improvements.

Documentation & Governance

Ensure all necessary project documentation is created and maintained to Citi standards and that all required project approvals are obtained.

Qualifications & Experience

Experience: 6-10 years of relevant experience in Project Management, Business Analysis, or operational improvement areas (e.g., Lean, re-engineering programs).

Client-Facing Skills

Proven experience in driving projects with external clients and the ability to influence them directly.

Industry Knowledge

Experience working with asset management clients on various investment fund vehicles (e.g., OEICS, Segregated) or in Investor Services operations is essential. A comprehensive understanding of how different business areas integrate to achieve objectives is required.

Methodology

Strong understanding of project management or business analysis methodologies and tools. Knowledge of the PMBOK or BABOK standard and/or a PMP certification is advantageous.

Core Skills

Excellent command of English. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines. Demonstrated ability to independently prioritize tasks, manage personal capacity, and operate with a limited level of direct supervision. An eagerness to grasp the Operations business and understand financial markets.

Education

Bachelor’s/University degree required; Master’s degree is preferred.

We offer

By joining Citi Solutions Center Poland, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (currently up to 2 days working at home per week), but also (potentially, subject to final offer) receive a competitive base salary and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits which can include: Employer paid

Defined Contribution Pension Plan contribution of 6% of employee’s pensionable earnings (PPE Program) Employer paid Private Medical Care Package for employees and Private Medical Care Packages for certain family members available at preferential rates Employer paid Life Insurance Program for employees and Life Insurance for certain family members available at preferential rates

Employee Assistance Program financed by Employer Paid Parental Leave Program (maternity and paternity leave; statutory and 2 weeks additional paid paternity leave) Sport Card for employees subsidised via Social Benefits Fund and Sport Cards for certain family members available at preferential rates Additional benefits from Company’s Social Benefit Fund, in particular: Holidays Allowance, support for sport and cultural activities, team building events.

Additional day off for volunteering Cafeteria/ flex benefit – a company benefits system which enables employees to select and purchase benefits offered by a provider and available for employees on the platform. Opportunity to receive an annual discretionary incentive award Special offers and discounts for employees Click here to review the Remuneration Regulations extract. 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. #LI-AS3 ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Operations - Core ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Operations

Project Management ------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------ Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: zł241,750.00 - zł411,650.00 ------------------------------------------------------ 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.

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