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Assistant Vice President – Eligible Collateral Schedule Negotiator – Markets Operations
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Assistant Vice President – Eligible Collateral Schedule Negotiator – Markets Operations
Markets Operations at Citi – Collateral Schedule Negotiations Specialist
Markets Operations represents the evolution and transformation of Operations in the Finance Industry, delivering unique products and solutions. We take pride in our People and culture, investing in your experiences, development, and career growth. We modernize with flexibility, inclusivity, and a drive for diversity of thought—fostering an exciting, global environment across 60+ countries.
Our global and diverse Operations teams include Middle Office, Settlements, Margin, Asset Servicing, Listed Derivatives, and Clearing & Commodities. We support a broad range of Capital Markets activities:
- Fixed Income: Foreign Exchange (FX), Rates, Credit, Municipal, Cash, and Derivatives (where Citi is a consistent top 3 player)
- Equity: Cash, Derivatives, Prime Brokerage, Futures, Listed Derivatives, Clearing, and Foreign Exchange Prime Brokerage (leveraging a significant growth program)
- Syndicates: Supporting FI (Financial Instruments) and EQ (Equity) new issues and IPOs
Operations teams are the core of trade lifecycle activities, collaborating with Sales & Trading, Compliance, Legal, Finance, and HR, and playing a critical role in shaping the client experience. Our Client Relationship Group (CRG) focuses on delivering first-class service to top-tier clients globally.
About the Role
As part of the Collateral Schedule Negotiations team, you will support global Markets businesses across products, regions, and divisions, driving collateral optimization to reduce costs and improve scalability. Your role:
- Negotiates eligible collateral profiles for uncleared derivatives (bilateral and triparty arrangements)
- Maintains and updates negotiation templates while ensuring regulatory compliance
- Aligns collateral schedules with credit risk tolerances, operational capabilities, and market objectives
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What You’ll Do
✔ Develop and nurture knowledge of collateral definitions and uncleared derivatives margin regulations ✔ Provide white-glove client service, ensuring seamless collateral schedule negotiation and execution ✔ Design and implement robust processes, controls, and governance frameworks ✔ Drive initiatives for risk reduction, cost optimization, and revenue growth ✔ Partner with Legal, Operations, Technology, Client Onboarding, Markets businesses, and Risk teams ✔ Mentor and develop talent and foster a culture of continuous improvement
What We’ll Need From You
- Education: BA/BS degree (preferred)
- Experience:
- Agreement Management, CSA (Collateral Support Agreement) and Eligible Collateral Schedule Negotiations
- Client Onboarding
- Derivatives Confirmation Drafting
- Collateral and Margin Management
- Strong knowledge of uncleared margin regulations, securities products, risk frameworks, and compliance
- Familiarity with triparty collateral management platforms
- Client-facing experience with a sensitive, high-trust environment
- Skills:
- Attention to detail
- Stellar communication and negotiation ability
- Risk-aware mindset
- Self-starter, proactive, and influential with a results-driven approach
What We Can Offer You
- Career Growth in Financial Services: Engage daily with complex business challenges and develop high-demand skills.
- Competitive Benefits:
- Hybrid working model (up to 2 homeworking days/week) with business casual dress code
- Generous holiday allowance (starting at 27 days + bank holidays, increasing with tenure)
- Discretionary annual bonus tied to performance
- Private medical insurance (tiered by household choice)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Doors & Miles employees’ discounts on a variety of goods & services
- Wellbeing & Development:
- Extensive learning & development resources
- Diverse community-focused initiatives
- Statistical data protection training and a supportive workplace
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Technical Role Details
- Job Family Group: Operations - Transaction Services
- Job Family: Securities and Derivatives Processing
- Employment Type: Full-time
Why Apply?
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Equal Opportunity Statement
Citi is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Qualified candidates will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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