The Credit Review Region Head manages multiple teams through other managers. In-depth understanding of how own sub-function contributes to achieving the objectives of the function. A good understanding of the industry, direct competitors' products and services, is also necessary in order to contribute to the commercial objectives of the business. Requires thorough understanding of strategic direction of the function within the relevant part of the business, combined with a solid conceptual/practical grounding in both the function and/or area of expertise and related subject areas. Excellent communication skills required in order to negotiate internally, often at a senior level. Some external communication/negotiation may be necessary. Responsible for executing functional strategy in area managed. Determines approach to implementing functional strategy. Accountable for end results, budgeting, planning, policy formulation and contribution to future strategy of the area(s). Impact reflects size of team managed, strategic influence on the business and interaction with other functions or businesses. Full management responsibility for multiple teams, including management of people, budget and planning, to include duties such as performance evaluation, compensation, hiring, disciplinary actions and terminations and budget approval. May be doing involved or responsible for diverse (cross-discipline) activities. Typically, a direct report to a C16 role and function as an intergral member of the functional leadership team within a country/site location, job family, or line of business.
Responsibilities:- Assesses the effectiveness of credit risk management at Citi and the ability of the Business and Independent Risk to identify, monitor and mitigate current and emerging credit risks across Citigroup and Citibank.
- Responsible for managing and directing all aspects of the region's assigned Review Entities, including the execution of Business Monitoring and Reviews in accordance with the Financial Credit Review (FCR) Manual. Provides direction, leadership, and guidance to the regional credit review teams that:
- Monitor and evaluate Wholesale portfolios, strategies, and credit risks
- Assess the effectiveness of credit risk controls of assigned businesses
- Propose pragmatic solutions to risk and control issues
- Maintain ongoing contact with an entity through Business Monitoring and corrective action follow-up
- Develop and maintain the Fundamental Credit Review Plan document, Sample Rationale Document, etc.
- Responsible for managing the regional FCR review program that consists of global, regional, or single-country credit reviews related to all or some businesses
- Represent FCR in the Region with Business and Risk Seniors including participation in key Regional Risk Committees and by being FCR's representative on any regional high-level projects
- Manage and lead the regional credit review team
- Coordinate with the Global Head of Wholesale/Consumer Credit Review and FCR Management as appropriate to address and escalate emerging risk trends
- Ensure that assessments of portfolios, credit risk processes, risk ratings and classifications, staffing models and others as related to Business Monitoring and Reviews are consistent and properly reported to senior management, Citi's Boards of Directors, and regulators
- Ensure that Corrective Action Plans across the regional FCR review program are appropriate, monitored, duly validated, and concerns resulting from FCR reviews
- Ensure that FCR documents that include Credit Assessment Documents and Review Reports meet quality and consistency standards
- Assist in recruitment, talent development, and building an effective review team
- Assist the Global Head of Wholesale/Consumer Credit Review in developing and executing the FCR Review Plan for the region
- Engage in VOE initiatives for Fundamental Credit Risk
- Regularly interface with regional senior business and risk managers
- 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, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
Qualifications:- 15+ years experience in credit/finance required.
- Good knowledge of capital markets products, including derivatives.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, Access, Word, Visio, etc). Visual Basic experience is a plus
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships and exert influence without direct authority
- Work experience in Banking, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Computer Science or similar with Credit or financial statement analysis experience preferred.
- Regulatory experience or relevant experience in a similar role at another institution.
- Language skills a plus (Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, Korean).
- Senior Credit Officer qualification preferred.
- Formal credit training or understanding of financial accounting standards (international and/or domestic) is beneficial.
- Knowledge of Citi's organization and systems preferred.
Education:- Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred and managerial experience
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
Job Family Group: Risk Management
Job Family:Credit Review Risk Management
Time Type:Full time
Primary Location:Wilmington Delaware United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:$170,000.00 - $300,000.00
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.
Most Relevant Skills Analytical Thinking, Credible Challenge, Financial Analysis, Governance, Policy, Procedure, and Regulation, Risk Management Lifecycle.
Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
Anticipated Posting Close Date:Aug 07, 2026
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