The Securities & Derivatives Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for processing and transactions originating from custody. The overall objective of this role is to facilitate the clearance, settlement and investigation of client securities and derivatives transactions.

Responsibilities:

• Process securities transactions
• Identify and resolve securities and derivative settlement issues, and make process improvement recommendations to leadership
• Escalate transaction processing issues to the appropriate department and collaborate on a solution
• Design and analyze moderately complex reports, in coordination with standards set by direct leadership
• Assist with control activities, and the launch of new products and services
• Ensure processes adhere to audit and control policies
• 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.
• Execute Client instructions for nominee holding of their securities and financial instruments, including opening/closing personal accounts, updating client details, and processing acceptance/withdrawal of securities.
• Execute corporate action services for clients, including event capture, creation, response tracking, and follow-up; provide clients with information about corporate actions received from securities issuers.
• Manage client inquiries and requests related to Citi custody services via phone and mail; notify clients of any changes affecting their asset status, and escalate critical client-related issues to management.
• Process billing and accruals, including providing invoices for custody service fees and expense reimbursements.
• Liaise with counterparties, brokers, Central Securities Depository (CSD), AIX CSD, KASE, and custodians to ensure full execution of client orders and protection of their interests.
• Participate in the testing of custody applications and operating systems; implement new processes and provide technology support in response to regulatory changes and client demands.

Qualifications:

• 0-2 years of relevant experience
• Fundamental understanding of Treasury products, accounting and regulatory policies
• Proven ability to perform various concurrent activities/projects in a high-risk environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of macros

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree/University degree or equivalent experience in Business, Accounting, or Finance

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