Citigroup, Inc

Model/Analysis/Validation Officer

Citigroup, Inc$158K — $190K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Applied Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field; Master's degree accepted with lesser experience
  • Five years of experience in model performance validation within a governance framework
  • Proficiency in quantitative testing methods such as regression analysis and time-series testing
  • Experience with statistical programming in Python or R and database querying with SQL or SAS
  • Ability to communicate validation findings to cross-functional stakeholders effectively

Responsibilities

  • Perform independent review and governance oversight of AI and ML models
  • Lead comprehensive validation engagements from scoping to execution
  • Design and implement governance frameworks and validation methodologies
  • Serve as primary liaison among stakeholders to communicate risk findings
  • Conduct research on emerging AI technologies to adapt validation frameworks
  • Mentor junior analysts and lead internal training sessions
  • Contribute to regulatory reporting and MRM policy development

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Life, accident, and disability insurance options
  • Wellness programs to support employee health
  • Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Full Job Description
Citibank, N.A. seeks a Model/Analysis/Validation Officer for its Long Island City, NY location.

Duties: Provide independent review, governance oversight, and effective challenge of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), statistical models, and AI/ML non-model tools used across Citi businesses. Lead end-to-end validation engagements, including scoping, methodology design, execution, and final conclusions, in accordance with Model Risk Management (MRM) policies and regulatory expectations. Design and implement comprehensive governance frameworks, policy procedures, and validation methodologies. Serve as the primary liaison with business Sponsors, Developers, Auditors, and Regulators, ensuring transparent communication of risk findings and remediation plans. Oversee deliverables of multiple validators and perform quality assurance reviews to ensure methodological rigor and regulatory compliance. Conduct forward-looking research on rapidly evolving AI technologies and develop adaptive validation guidelines and methodological frameworks for emerging AI/ML applications. Lead internal training, mentor junior analysts, and contribute to MRM policy development and regulatory reporting initiatives. A telecommuting/hybrid work schedule may be permitted within a commutable distance from the worksite in accordance with Citi policies and protocols.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree, or foreign equivalent, in Applied Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, or a related field and five (5) years of experience in the job offered or in a related quantitative occupation focusing on model performance validation and governance. Five (5) years of experience must include: Performing model validation support activities within an established governance framework, including applying documented procedures/standards and completing input data quality checks used for validation reports and testing documentation; Executing quantitative testing, including preparing analysis-ready datasets, performing parameter testing, benchmark comparisons, stability testing, or other performance evaluation procedures, and documenting results in reports or draft summaries for review; Coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders during model review cycles, including business sponsors, developers, risk managers, to obtain required information and communicate validation observations and key results; Applying statistical and analytical methods to evaluate model performance, including one or more of hypothesis testing, regression analysis, time-series or stability/back-testing, using Python or R (or a similar statistical programming language) and at least one of SQL or SAS; Preparing written analytical reports and briefs that support communication with senior managers, internal/external auditors as applicable; and, Maintaining documentation and tracking artifacts, including organizing workpaper files, updating inventories/logs, to support validation recordkeeping and review readiness in accordance with established documentation standards. In the alternative, employer will accept a Master's degree and three (3) years of experience. 40 hrs./wk. Applicants submit resumes at https://jobs.citi.com/. Please reference Job ID# [redacted].

Wage Range: $158,700.00 to $190,700.00

Job Family Group: Risk Management

Job Family: Model Development and Analytics

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Time Type:
Full time

Primary Location:
Long Island City New York United States

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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
Please see the requirements listed above.

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

Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Aug 31, 2026

Automated Processing and AI

We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.

Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.

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Citigroup is a financial services holding company that provides financial products and services. The company operates through two segments, Global Consumer Banking (GCB) and Institutional Clients Group (ICG). The GCB segment offers traditional banking services to retail customers through retail banking, commercial banking, Citi-branded cards, and Citi retail services. The ICG segment offers various banking, and financial products and services to corporate, institutional, public sector, and high-net-worth clients. This segment provides wholesale banking products and services, including fixed-income and equity sales and trading, foreign exchange, prime brokerage, derivative services, equity and fixed-income research, corporate lending, investment banking, and advisory services, private banking, cash management, trade finance, and securities services. Citi is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and the company invests in initiatives that promote economic progress.

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