Business Associate - AVP

The Business Associate role is aligned to the Commodities business and involves a variety of day-to-day queries, investigations and ongoing projects across the full range of areas that impact the business. It is suitable for a driven, enthusiastic person with a collaborative and innovative mindset.,

• Helping the business to deliver it's strategic goals and new business initiatives
• Staying abreast of external market developments and assessing impacts to our business.
• Overseeing costs saving initiatives
• Overseeing production sales & trading issues, stepping in when they are not being resolved and there is a risk to the business operations
• Supporting the business to manage their headcount and team management
The role of a business manager is varied and therefore requires an ability to problem solve and leverage knowledge of operational processes to diagnose and resolve issues in a fast-paced environment. Business managers are often the hub of communication. The candidate should demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication skills. As a part of the wider Business Unit Manager team, this role will be party to cross-business projects and initiatives and have opportunities to work with other members of the team and other parts of the firm.This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.


• Relevant experience
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Knowledge of the financial services industry and technology
• Proficiency in management information
• Commodities and/or Business Management experience is preferred
• Previous experience in managing complex projects and processes
• Proven ability to work in high-pressure environments
• Experience in developing and maintaining effective work relationship
Skills:
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Self-starter and highly motivated
• Teamwork
• Problem solving and issue diagnostics
• Ability to conduct research/analysis and organize findings
• Ability to independently juggle multiple priorities and ongoing task
Education: Bachelor's Degree/University degree OR equivalent experience

Citi, the leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions. Citi provides consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management. Our commitment to diversity includes a workforce that represents the clients we serve from all walks of life, backgrounds, and origins. We foster an environment where the best people want to work. We value and demand respect for others, promote individuals based on merit, and ensure opportunities for personal development are widely available to all. Ideal candidates are innovators with well-rounded backgrounds who bring their authentic selves to work and complement our culture of delivering results with pride. If you are a problem solver who seeks passion in your work, come join us. We'll enable growth and progress together.

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:
• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• A discretional annual performance related bonus
• Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
• 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.