In-Business Risk Structurer, Prime, Director

Job ID: 98140792096Posted: 2026-07-22Location: New York, New York, United StatesSalary: $200,000.00 - $300,000.00Category: Institutional Trading, ExecutiveCompany: CitiThe Director level, In-Business Risk (IBR) Structurer will report to the Global Head of Prime Finance In-Business Risk (IBR) and will be responsible for counterparty and platform risk management of Citi's cash and synthetic Prime Brokerage and Equity Delta One Business lines. This individual will be:Solutions-oriented client engagement through-out the lifecycle of a clientFirst line of defense in risk managing credit risk and monitoring platform exposureUnderstanding market and credit risks within Prime products and effectively communicating to senior management and control functionsEvolving the risk framework and other risk governance items to ensure a proper control environment and strategic platform developmentServe as Prime Finance product SME and business representative for regional Regulatory inquiries and periodic requestsKey in-business escalation point for emerging counterparty risk events and crisis management.Job Background / Context:Global platform includes Prime Brokerage and Swap offerings across US and international broker dealer and bank chain entitiesClient portfolios comprise of a broad range of asset classes and investment strategies. Typical product scope includes:Asset classes: equities (incl ETFs, custom baskets, OTC); fixed income corporates and converts; listed optionsStrategies: Equity Long/Short; Quant; Multi-Strat; Event; Macro; Credit opportunity; etc.Hedge Fund and Real Money counterparties.Key Responsibilities:Daily management of client portfolio exposures and senior escalation contact for counterparty-related risk issuesParticipation in prospective client pitches and term negotiations, negotiating commercial risk terms and constructing incentives to support strategic, risk-efficient returns growth through ongoing client dialogueHigh level of engagement with Sales, Trading and other members of the business as it relates to client management and ongoing business initiativesSenior-level risk sign-off responsibility within the NAM-based Prime Finance IBR teamThoughtful and complete analysis and communication of risk concerns both internally within the business and among control function partners as well as effective delivery of Citi’s view externally to clients and regulatorsIdentifying and escalating emerging risks – credit, market, operational or legal – to senior management and Global Prime Finance IBR Head. Continuously assessing and adapting to new products and market stress events and proactively proposing risk solutionsFacilitating new client trades and managing existing portfolio exposures to ensure that risks, primarily market-driven counterparty risk, but also documentation, legal and reputational risks are well-controlledWork closely with Credit risk management on the onboarding of new clients, sizing appropriate limits, and implementing flexible, dynamic margin methodology, as well as maintaining ongoing dialogue and promptly escalating issues with existing clientsDevelop strategic risk solutions and platform enhancements to help advance Citi’s competitive advantage. Active participation in managing the budget and strategic prioritization of Prime's IT book of workMaintain a positive culture within the NAM IBR team by cultivating a productive and collaborative work environment as well as advising and helping to grow junior talentEnsure full compliance with In-Business Risk Procedures manual and other Prime Finance policies.Knowledge/Experience: Front office risk management or experience in a secured financing roleSubject matter expertise with relevant Prime financing platforms, asset types and client investment strategiesThorough understanding of PB client documentation and experience with negotiating term agreementsFamiliarity with large-scale project management and product development within the Prime Services space, preferably related to data infrastructure and/or risk modellingPrevious experience engaging with Regulators on risk management-related issues preferredExperience with risk decision-making authority carrying direct economic impactPrevious client-facing experience with hedge funds.Skills:Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, demonstrated aptitude for tackling analytical issues through quantitative modelling and assimilation of data into a working productAbility to work well with cross-functional teams from Product, Sales, Credit Risk, Technology, Operations, Legal and ComplianceStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to maintain a balance of risk and reward to facilitate business growth while effectively managing risk and taking decisive actionProgramming language(s) and integrative use of LLM to build analytical efficiencies a plus.Qualifications:Bachelor’s University degree or equivalent requiredMasters in Mathematics, Science or Finance/Economics or CFA designation preferred15+ years’ experience in financial services; experience leading analytical teams required.Competencies:EntrepreneurialInquisitiveProactive and motivatedStrong analytical skillsStrong problem solving abilitiesExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to work independently as well as in a team environment.------------------------------------------------------Job Family Group: Institutional Trading------------------------------------------------------Job Family:Structuring------------------------------------------------------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. 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