Head of Corporate Actions - Israel

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Job Overview
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.

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 Head of Corporate Actions provides full leadership and supervisory responsibility. Provides operational/service leadership and direction to team(s). Applies in-depth disciplinary knowledge through provision of value-added perspectives or advisory services. May contribute to the development of new techniques, models and plans within area of expertise. Strong communication and diplomacy skills are required. Generally has responsibility for volume, quality, timeliness of end results and shared responsibility for planning and budgets. Work affects an entire area, which eventually affects the overall performance and effectiveness of the sub-function/job family. Full supervisory responsibility, ensuring motivation and development of team through professional leadership to include duties such as performance evaluation, compensation, hiring, disciplinary and terminations as well as direction of daily tasks and responsibilities.

What you'll do

This role will manage reconciling and processing positions related to Corporate Action events
These activities include revisions of communications, notifications and facilitating postings for Corporate Action or Proxy events
Identifies, summarizes and accurately captures all incoming instructions pertaining to Corporate Action and proxy events
Notifies clients of Corporate Action and Proxy events received from vendor sources
Liaise with clients on Corporate Action events to solicit instructions
Reconciles, organizes and distributes all transactions relating to corporate actions, and ensures actions are processed effectively and within established standards in the markets
Provides support to all operational processes within the unit to ensure timely and accurate execution of client instructions meeting agent, depository and counter-party deadlines
Liaise with Depositories, Agents, Trustees and Issuers in each market to obtain requested clarification/detail understanding of complex Corp Action events and processing details/requirements
Manages, tracks and mitigates risk incoming client responses, customer funding, claims processing, payment allocation and corporate action processing
Prepares weekly/ monthly metrics on department’s performance including detailed analysis of any processing, system/industry issues or enhancements. Performs causal analysis on processes to continuously identify gaps, improvements/system enhancements
Monitors MIS reporting relating to corporate actions, processing accuracy, timeliness, and, completeness
Acts as the initial point of escalation for problem resolution
Assists management in system enhancement functions, provides feedback on Business Requirement Documents, and participates in user acceptance testing as needed
Develops and maintains processing procedures and oversee the execution of controls required throughout the life cycle of voluntary events
Prepare sand participate in department client presentations
Provides input on performance of staff to management and other duties as assigned
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, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.

What we'll need from

Intermediate to senior level experience in a related role with commensurate
5-8 years of experience
1-2 years people management experience
Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience

What we can offer you
By joining Citi Israel, 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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Job Family Group: Operations - Transaction Services
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Job Family: Securities and Derivatives Processing
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Time Type: Full time
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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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Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.