Cash & Collateral Management Intermediate Analyst

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The Cash & Collateral Management Intermediate Analyst is a developing professional role. Deals with most problems independently and has some latitude to solve complex problems. Integrates in-depth specialty area knowledge with a solid understanding of industry standards and practices. Good understanding of how the team and area integrate with others in accomplishing the objectives of the subfunction/ job family. Applies analytical thinking and knowledge of data analysis tools and methodologies. Requires attention to detail when making judgments and recommendations based on the analysis of factual information. Typically deals with variable issues with potentially broader business impact. Applies professional judgment when interpreting data and results. Breaks down information in a systematic and communicable manner. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to exchange potentially complex/sensitive information. Moderate but direct impact through close contact with the businesses' core activities. Quality and timeliness of service provided will affect the effectiveness of own team and other closely related teams. Responsibilities:

Responsible for Intraday Cash management operations for MEA region

Monitoring Intraday cash and collateral positions and working closely with Treasury team of countries to highlight low liquidity and funding action.

Implement Intraday cash management operation activities such as cash projection, Nostro fund transfer, cash reporting etc.

Establish controls for all cash & collateral movements and cash usage and coordinate activities with auditing functions

Arrange lock-box and/or other security/control systems in domestic and international locations and work closely with various operations settlement areas to establish proper procedures and controls

Play a significant role in developing and coordinating data processing systems as they relate to both the cash management group and the entire treasury function along with the collateral operations group

Monitor portfolios and associated exposure to ensure collateral is requested from internal and external counterparties in a timely manner

Integrates a solid understanding of industry and business standards and practices of collateral and margin processes

Applies professional judgment, analytical thinking and knowledge of data analysis tools and methodologies to make recommendations to senior management to support process improvement

Day-to-day focus is on resolution of complex collateral issues, where expertise is required to interpret against policies, guidelines or processes

Applies judgment when interpreting data, preparing reports, and presents findings to management

Makes resolution recommendations based on identified trends and facts

Designs and analyzes complex reports often related, but not limited to Collateral and Margin processes to satisfy management requirements and support/control activities

Participates in, and supports the implementation of, projects as assigned, applies project management skills to support initiatives

Interprets data and makes recommendations for the launch of new products/ services and upgraded platforms that supports collateral and margin functions

Demonstrates a strong understanding of the collateral and margining processes to identify policy gaps and formulate policies to support the streamlining of related work processes

Minimizes risk to the bank through a solid understanding of procedural requirements - provides solutions to reduce errors, and to adhere to audit and control policies

Timely management, escalation and resolution of all requests / inquiries / issues / errors

Applies a solid understanding of how the team and area integrate with others (middle office, settlements, control, etc.) in accomplishing the objectives of the sub-unit, and the wider Operations group

Provides informal guidance and/or on-the-job-training to new team members

Utilizes advanced communication, interpersonal and diplomacy skills to interact with colleagues, management and internal/external clients, in order to exchange potentially complex/sensitive information in a concise and logical way, while being sensitive to audience diversity.

Has direct interaction with external customers to disseminate or explain information

Individuals at this level usually have full ownership for one or more processes, reports, procedures or products, and may also be considered analytical or procedural experts, representing a unit or team on cross-functional processes or project deliverables at a broader level.

Performs other duties and functions as assigned

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.

Qualifications:

10-15 years relevant experience

Individuals who are emerging as an expert in a specific skill set, business area or product but who remain focused primarily on daily execution

Education:

Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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