Operations Core Project Lead Analyst

About the Organization
SMBIC Data and Regulatory Operations Group is a global team operating in over 20 countries, providing essential support to key business lines including Markets, Services, and Wealth Management. We provide an array of services to enable client lifecycle transactions; from relationship establishment, supporting the data demands surrounding instruments and delivering non-financial reporting to our regulators.

The Strategic Change Team, within SMBIC Data and Regulatory Operations, is responsible for the execution of regulatory change initiatives, including:

• Developing and implementing Gen AI solutioning strategies in partnership with Technology
• Leading strategic planning and Target Operating Model (TOM) design and implementation
• Driving transformative change initiatives across the organization

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced project management professional to provide essential project management support for the execution of the key projects within the SMBIC Data and Regulatory Operations Group. This role will ensure robust governance, tracking, and reporting for related projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive project management support for our project execution, including formalizing meeting minutes, tracking project plans, dependencies, risks, and actions.
• Prepare and update governance decks and project reports for various stakeholder groups, including steering committees and working groups.
• Maintain and track project documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and accessibility.
• Provide robust tracking and governance, monitoring progress and escalating issues as necessary.
• Support other smaller projects within the SMBIC Data and Regulatory Operations Group, applying PM best practices.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of project timelines, resource plans, and budget tracking.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a project management role within the financial services industry.
• Proven experience in project governance, reporting, risk management, and issue tracking.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and formalize project documentation, including minutes, action logs, and project plans.
• Experience in creating and updating governance decks and management reports.
• Strong organizational skills with an acute attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio).
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Understanding of data management principles and experience with issue tracking systems is highly desirable.
• Experience and understanding of referential data

Competencies

• Execution/delivery focus: A strong commitment to delivering high-quality PM support and ensuring project success.
• Organizational and program management skills: Exceptional ability to organize information, track multiple items simultaneously, and maintain clear project oversight.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills: Capable of preparing clear reports, minutes, and presentations, and facilitating effective meetings.
• Problem-solving skills: Proactive in identifying and structuring issues, particularly with data concerns, and contributing to their resolution.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in documenting information and tracking project elements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Stakeholder Management: Ability to interact effectively with diverse teams and individuals, fostering collaboration and clear communication.

Education

• Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent work experience. Project Management certification (, PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.

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Job Family Group:

Operations - Core

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Job Family:

Operations Project Management

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Getzville New York United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$100, - $151,

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Jul 02, 2026

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