Operations Apprenticeship - Citi - #1710934

Overview of Citi:

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in analysis, problem solving and communication to 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.

Markets Operations Belfast Overview:

Market Operations groups are core to the success of the Markets business. We support a wide range of internal stakeholders alongside having significant interaction with external clients, playing a key role in the overall client experience.

A role within Markets Operations means that you will have a truly global reach, in a supportive environment which will provide you with new experiences and development opportunities right here in Belfast's iconic Titanic Quarter.

You can play an important part in transforming and simplifying our operating model, creating an exciting environment which encourages diversity of thought and inclusion within an organisation that authentically values and invests in its people.

What you'll do:

The Citi Apprenticeship program has been created to facilitate your entry into financial services. The Market Operations position is responsible for processing orders and transactions. The overall objective of this role is to assist in the clearance, settlement and investigation of client transactions.

• Perform trade verifications to ensure accuracy of booking requests
• Complete settlement tasks daily and on time
• Coordinate processing issues to the appropriate department and collaborate on a solution
• Perform regulatory controls, account reconciliations, and record retention activities in accordance with established policies
• Prepare and submit periodic internal and external regulatory reports
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating 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 behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
  
  
  

The qualification you will work towards successfully completing, is a Level 3 certification in Providing Financial Services (this is the equivalent to an A Level qualification). The Apprentice will be based onsite in Citi's Belfast office and attend college one afternoon per month.

What we'll need from you:

• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Organisational skills
• Ability to analyse data
• Capable of prioritising workload
  
  
  

What we can offer you:

This role will provide you with an in depth understanding of unique areas within Market Operations and will give exposure to global teams at Citi.

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 Belfast, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model, 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.

Job Family Group:

Operations - Transaction Services ------------------------------------------------------

Job Family:

Securities and Derivatives Processing ------------------------------------------------------

Time Type:

Full time ------------------------------------------------------

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