Markets Operation Officer

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’s Market Operations Team.

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 Markets Operations Officer is a position responsible for handling transactions originating from trading desks in the markets operations Hub for Middle east and North Africa. The overall objective of this role is to facilitate the confirmation, settlement and investigation of Foreign Exchange, Money Markets, Securities and Derivatives transactions.

What you’ll do

• Processing of Foreign Exchange, Money Market, Securities and Derivatives processing procedures and industry standards
• Handling confirmation and settlements investigations and queries related to Markets transactions.
• Ensure strict compliance with legal, regulatory policies, bank policies, procedures, accounting and reporting requirements.
• Participate in system implementation projects as well as system enhancement initiatives.
• Work on all exception items in NOSTRO accounts, ensure that they are promptly investigated and that timely follow-ups are done with the defaulting parties. Work on monthly/quarterly proofing of General Ledger accounts
• Be well conversant with departmental procedures, Management Information Systems and reporting & governance activities.
• Demonstrate 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. Perform quality assurance reviews, procedural updates and report operational risk events in a timely manner.
• Handle deliverables and asks from the regional markets operations business office and ensure quick and timely resolution of customer (internal and external) cases with respect to all products and processes managed by the unit.

What we’ll need from you

• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication in English and French
• Microsoft Office skills preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree/University degree

What we can offer you

By joining Citi Bahrain, 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 that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well.

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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