Institutional Credit Management's ("ICM") objective is to provide an integrated "end-to-end" credit underwriting, identification, measurement, management, monitoring and reporting for wholesale credit businesses across the enterprise. Wholesale Credit Risk In-Business Quality Assurance (WCR In-Business QA) is an integral part of the ICM organization.
The WCR In-Business QA function verifies that established standards and processes are followed and consistently applied. WCR Management uses the results of the quality assurance reviews to assess the quality of the group's policies, procedures, programs, and practices as relates to the process design and control effectiveness within wholesale credit risk. The results help management identify operational weaknesses, risks associated with the function, training needs and process deficiencies.
Results of Quality Assurance Reviews (QARs) are reported to WCR management of the respective businesses and critical stakeholders and regulators.
This role reports directly to the ICM In-Business Quality Assurance Head, General Corporates.
Key Responsibilities include:
Set the global strategy for and lead the implementation and ongoing delivery of a robust Quality Assurance function in accordance with the coverage universe with focus on South Asia
Ensure effective credible challenge to Business Cluster Heads and Portfolio Managers as regards UW process design and control effectiveness to ensure that weaknesses in such processes are identified and escalated as appropriate
Ensures wholesale credit risks within Citi are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled, consistent with the bank's risk appetite and all policies and processes established within the risk governance framework
Accountable for overseeing the Quality Assurance workstreams which are responsible for execution of the following:
Consistent and objective assessments during QARs
Subsequent follow-up on corrective actions that were raised duringQARs
Synthesize and prepare quarterly Quality Assurance ICM and WCRbusiness managementthat communicate and measure results and identify trends and remediations for gaps identified
Update and create QAR templates
Interact with the respective senior management across ICM, to ensure that quality assurance protocols are adequate for all portfolios
Provide oversight and guidance over the assessment of complex issues, structure potential solutions and drive effective resolution with stakeholders.
Assist in the establishment of WCR IBQA policies, procedures, risk assessment and controls to drive effective QA coverage and standards
Stay abreast of relevant changes to rules/regulations and other industry news including regulatory findings
Act as a change agent coaching staff in areas with noted deficiencies and sharing best practices
Ensure ongoing and timely feedback and coaching of In-Business QA staff to sustain a strong control culture and an unwavering commitment to excellence in execution
Attract, develop, and retain top quality assurance capabilities
Support the Global Head of WCR IBQA on strategic workstreams and initiatives
Support WCR In-Business QA Voice of the Employee (VOE) as well as diversity and inclusion initiatives
Travel (less than 10%)
Skills/Competencies:
Quality Assurance:
BA/BSc of any related subjects or higher degree in Business (MBA) a plus
Strong Risk & Controls / Quality Assurance experience, including 8-10 years in banking, credit risk management, internal audit, loan review or quality assurance review function at an investment or large commercial bank
Deep knowledge of Wholesale Credit Processes and organizational awareness, covered portfolios, and processes
Proficient understanding of policies and procedures with the ability to execute change seamlessly
Exceptional knowledge and experience on designing and implementing robust Quality Assurance framework, from initial assessment of concerns and monitoring strategy, execution of scripts and procedures, development of housing infrastructure and database maintenance
Strong grasp of the markets and lending wholesale credit risk covered process, to evaluate findings within the Quality Assurance process, determine materiality, and partnering with in-line makers and checkers for ongoing improvement, problem detection, and sustainable remediation
Significant experience in preparing presentations for seniors
Knowledge of and adherence to the control environment including Quality Assurance
Leadership:
Skillful manager/leader with a track record of building high performing teams
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and exert influence with and without direct authority
Competencies:
Solid organizational skills with ability and willingness to work under pressure and manages time and priorities effectively with little to no supervision
Highly effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely to audiences of varying levels of seniority
Technical
Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) skills
Qualifications:
BA/BSc or higher degree in Business (MBA), or any other related subject
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