The Data Governance Foundation Sr Lead Analyst is responsible for leading activities that contribute to the definition of the Enterprise Data Governance Strategy, and/or Data Risk and Control Framework and Data Risk Taxonomy, and plays a critical role in leading activities to support implementation of the Data Governance Policy/Data Risk and Control framework. We are seeking a Capital Markets–focused finance and risk professional with strong derivatives knowledge and exceptional analytical and data storytelling skills. This role sits at the intersection of capital markets activity, data, finance, and risk, translating complex derivative portfolios into meaningful insights that support risk management, financial reporting, and business decision‑making.

The ideal candidate understands not only how derivatives function in the market, but also how derivative data flows through financial and risk systems, how it is measured, reported, and ultimately used by the firm.

This job requires excellent communication skills needed to negotiate internally, often at a senior level. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required to guide and influence others, in particular, colleagues in other areas and occasional external customers. Accountable for significant direct business results or authoritative advice regarding the operations of the business.

Responsibilities:

• Liaise with partners to lead in establishing, managing and implementing policy adoption plans, compliance metrics, communications and training
• Lead business analysis through collection, analysis, review, documentation and communication of business needs and requirements, to understand requirements and aligning these to Data Governance and/or Data Risk and Controls standards to drive appropriate solutions
• Contribute to the establishment of Data Governance and/or Data Risk and Controls standards in alignment with Enterprise Chief Data Office, and ensure proper documentation of processes
• Support key Data Transformation projects across the organization as Subject Matter Expert in data policies
• Lead activities to ensure roles and responsibilities related to data are understood and implemented across businesses
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure timely execution of milestones, provide reporting of potential risks to delivery, and incorporate milestone reporting and changes
• Capture requirements, develops delivery plans and manages the entire lifecycle of metrics and report production
• 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.

Core Candidate Knowledge

• Strong foundational knowledge of capital markets and derivative instruments.
• Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to interpret and explain data, not just report it.
• Experience working with financial data in spreadsheets and/or databases.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex concepts to non‑subject matter experts.
• Demonstrates applied understanding of derivative usage, valuation, and exposure management.
• Can articulate downstream finance and risk impacts of market activity.
• Shows strong analytical judgment and growing independence
• Ability to move beyond describing numbers to explaining meaning and impact
• Comfort navigating ambiguity and incomplete information
• Strong curiosity about how market activity translates into business outcomes
• Clear, structured communication grounded in data

Qualifications:

• 10+ years relevant experience and strong foundational knowledge of capital markets and derivative instruments.
• 10+ years of experience in a Data Governance/ Data Management/ Process Engineering or related area
• 10+ years experience with negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills across a variety of stakeholders at different levels
• 8+ years experience of business analysis with historic success in shaping opportunities via conceptual thinking and abstract problem-solving capabilities
• 8+ years of experience with Data analysis
• 5+ years relevant experience in Banking or Finance preferred
• Communicates effectively, develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences; able to drive consensus, and influence relationships at all levels
• Collaborates effectively by building partnerships and working well with others to meet shared objectives
• Strong negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills across a variety of stakeholders at different levels
• Optimizes work processes by balancing effective / efficient processes with a focus on continuous improvement. Demonstrates ability to balance between seeing the “big picture” while paying close attention to detail
• Organizational savvy: understands systems, management processes, knows where to go for information and how to interpret them
• Working knowledge of Data Operating Model practices, Data Governance and Data Compliance within large, financial services firms

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in finance, risk management, treasury, capital markets, or a related function.
• Familiarity with regulatory reporting or capital frameworks.
• Background in middle office, risk analytics, or finance transformation
• Regulatory experience is a plus

Education:

• Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience

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Job Family Group:

Data Governance

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Job Family:

Data Governance Foundation

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

615 S COLLEGE STREET

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$145,840.00 - $218,760.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Most Relevant Skills

Constructive Debate, Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Internal Controls, Management Reporting, Policy and Procedure, Program Management, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Management.

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Other Relevant Skills

Capital Markets, Financial Derivatives.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Jun 11, 2026

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