Index and Cross Asset ETF Volatility Trader, Director or Vice President

Job ID: 95630830192Posted: 2026-07-13Location: New York, New York, United StatesSalary: $200,000.00 - $300,000.00Category: Institutional Trading, Executive, MarketsCompany: CitiThe Index and Cross Asset ETF Volatility Trader is a senior level position responsible for overseeing a trading book and managing book risk, in coordination with the Trading team. The overall objective of this role is to trade the U.S. ETF on the International ETF and Cross Asset ETF markets, ensure book trades deliver on budgeted revenues, and to coordinate with key stakeholders to develop the trading franchise.Responsibilities:Oversee a trading book as an experienced trader and generate revenues and manage risk for the respective businessBuild and maintain a franchise and connect with key clientsCoordinate with Sales, Research, CM and other organizations across Markets and Securities Services and the broader businessTrade a book and deliver on budgeted revenues and manage book riskEstablish and maintain key relationships to deliver trades to the deskAnticipate client demand in each respective product/market and facilitate large client tradesCoordinate with desk analysts as needed and with sales to develop the franchise and manage and mentor junior traders as neededLeading strong governance and controls:Work in close partnership with control functions such as Legal, Compliance, Market and Credit Risk, Audit, Finance in order to ensure appropriate governance and control infrastructureBuild a culture of responsible finance, good governance and supervision, expense discipline and ethicsAppropriately assess risk/reward of transactions when making business decisions; demonstrating proper consideration for the firm’s reputation.Be familiar with and adhere to Citi’s Code of Conduct and the Plan of Supervision for Global Markets and Securities ServicesAdhere to all policies and procedures as defined by your role which will be communicated to youObtain and maintain all registrations/licenses which are required for your role, within the appropriate timeframeAppropriately 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.Qualifications:12+ years of experience in a related role for Director level consideration (6+ years of experience in a related role for Vice President level consideration)In-depth knowledge of respective products and clientsKnowledge or Rates, Credit, Metals and/or Equity Volatility requiredKnowledge of Options Trading requiredProven history of successful trading book managementRequired licensing and registrations as applicableAdvance analytical and numerical competencyConsistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communicationEffective interpersonal skills to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholdersAbility to analyze and pitch situations and determine suitable counterpartiesKnowledge of Bloomberg, booking systems, trading protocol, closing technicalities.Interest and knowledge for AI implementation in trading strongly preferred.Education:Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experienceMaster’s degree preferred.This role’s advertised salary range is associated with Director level. Citi is open to considering VP level talent for VP level placement which will be in line with VP level salary.------------------------------------------------------Job Family Group: Institutional Trading------------------------------------------------------Job Family:Trading------------------------------------------------------Time Type:Full time------------------------------------------------------Primary Location:New York New York United States------------------------------------------------------Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:$200,000.00 - $300,000.00In 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 citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.------------------------------------------------------Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above.------------------------------------------------------Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.------------------------------------------------------Anticipated Posting Close Date:Jun 03, 2026------------------------------------------------------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.If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi.View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.