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Master and Reference Data Strategy Manager - VP - Citi

Citi
Belfast
1 day ago
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Discover your future at Citi
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.

Job Overview
Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn't just support finance - we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we build systems that matter. Look to join a team where your work helps influence economies, your ideas can drive innovation and outcomes, and your growth is backed by mentorship, continuous learning and flexibility with potential hybrid work opportunities. Help solve real-world challenges that touch millions and get the opportunity to build the future of finance with Citi Tech.
By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Team/Role Overview
The Master and Reference Data Strategy Manager is responsible for providing for overseeing the activities to support the strategic evolution and/or adoption of Master and Reference Data in coordination with the Data Governance team. The overall objective is to support the creation, maintenance and adoption of a unified and consistently defined fit-for-purpose enterprise-wide Master and Reference Data domains. Responsible for handling staff management issues, including resource management and allocation of work within the team/project.

What you'll do

  • Project Management of Reference Data Initiatives E2E including requirements gathering, analysis, working with technology and operations to execute and implement solutions.
  • Liaises with stakeholders enterprise wide to identify and maintain appropriate alignment, specifically with Citi Data Standards
  • Analytics of data models to identify patterns and inconsistencies in across sources and targets, and surfacing themes
  • Review, and engage in data cleanup efforts and status tracking of how data is captured, stored and consumed
  • Review BAU data management processes across data lifecycle (i.e., documentation, testing validation, maintenance and change efforts)
  • Research external authoritative sources of Reference Data and manage updates to Reference Data sets. Works in conjunction with information owners and technology partners to define and implement key documentation and project deliverables
  • Track compliance to Master and Reference Data governance requirements
  • Track and facilitate the resolution of issues involving Master and Reference Data use and quality
  • Work with key stakeholders to define success, develop supporting metrics and then build visualization and analytics

What we'll need from you

  • Significant relevant experience, Banking or Finance industry preferred,
  • SME in master and reference data specifically Securities and Pricing across asset classes.
  • Experience in a master and reference data function at a financial institution which involved liaising with Business stakeholders, Technology and Operations for design and implementation of solutions.
  • Ability to problem-solve independently
  • Ability to see the big pictures with high attention to critical details
  • Strong project management skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Risk-based thinking and analytical mindset
  • Ability to build rapport and work closely with stakeholders
  • Proficient in the use of basic Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

What we can offer you
We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

  • Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
  • A discretional annual performance related bonus
  • Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pension Plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
  • Access to an array of learning and development resources

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.
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Job Family Group:
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Most Relevant Skills
Change Management, Constructive Debate, Data Analysis, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Model Maintenance, Data Quality, Emerging Tools and Technologies, Internal Controls, Program Management.------------------------------------------------------
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.------------------------------------------------------
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