Securities & Derivatives Analyst 1

About the Role

The Securities & Derivatives Analyst 1 is an entry-level position responsible for processing orders and transactions originating from trading desks and branch offices in coordination with the Operations - Transaction Services team. The overall objective of this role is to assist in the clearance, settlement, and investigation of client securities and derivatives transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform trade verifications to ensure accuracy of booking requests.
• Generate and match trade confirmations according to the International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) templates.
• Complete settlement tasks and daily rate revaluations accurately and on time.
• Coordinate transaction processing issues to the appropriate department and collaborate on a solution.
• Perform regulatory controls, account reconciliations, and record retention activities in accordance with established policies.
• Prepare and submit periodic internal and external regulatory reports.
• Participate in periodic General Ledger (GL) proofing exercises as directed.
• 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.
• Independently apply judgment in managing day-to-day responsibilities, including assessing complex situations, resolving issues, and determining appropriate courses of action. Will be responsible for decisions and outcomes within area of responsibility, leveraging professional expertise and analytical thinking to address challenges and ensure delivery of work to defined quality and performance expectations.
• Support effective functioning of the business area by ensuring that administrative processes are implemented consistently and outputs meet expected standards. Will operate across varied and evolving situations, responding to operational requirements to ensure continuity, quality, and timely delivery of work.
• Applies domain expertise and advanced analytical capability to deliver outputs aligned with established standards and professional benchmarks. Will evaluate business requirements by analyzing complex issues, forming well-reasoned views, and recommending practical, implementable solutions. Apply structured thinking, analytical rigor, and creativity in approaching work, particularly in situations where standard methodologies may require refinement. Will exercise sound professional judgment in interpreting requirements and determining appropriate courses of action, taking into account the broader business context and potential implications.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Demonstrated knowledge of macros.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience preferred.
• Fundamental understanding of Treasury products, accounting, and regulatory policies.
• Proven ability to perform various concurrent activities/projects in a high-risk environment.
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.

Education

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