Securities & Derivatives Analyst 1 – C09 – DUBLIN

Company Name: Citi
Location: Dublin, Ireland (Onsite, with a hybrid working model up to 2 days working from home per week)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary Range: Negotiable (competitive base salary, annually reviewed)
Industry: Operations – Transaction Services / Financial Services (specifically Securities and Derivatives Processing)

Job Overview

Citi, a leading global Financial Services institution, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Securities & Derivatives Analyst 1 – C09 to join its dynamic team in Dublin, Ireland. This Full-time, Entry-level role offers a vital opportunity to contribute directly to Securities and Derivatives Processing within Operations – Transaction Services, playing a crucial part in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of high-volume financial transactions.

As a Securities & Derivatives Analyst, you will be instrumental in performing trade verifications, generating confirmations, completing settlement tasks, and coordinating transaction processing issues. You will leverage your fundamental understanding of Treasury products, basic accounting principles, and attention to detail to safeguard Citigroup, its clients, and assets by driving compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are a proactive individual with excellent communication skills, eager to embark on a career in financial operations, and thrive in a high-risk environment, Citi invites you to contribute your skills to our team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform meticulous trade verifications to ensure the accuracy of booking requests.
• Generate and match trade confirmations promptly and accurately.
• Complete settlement tasks and daily rate revaluations efficiently.
• Coordinate transaction processing issues, working to resolve discrepancies swiftly.
• Perform regulatory controls, account reconciliations, and record retention activities, ensuring compliance.
• Prepare and submit periodic internal and external regulatory reports as required.
• Participate in periodic General Ledger (GL) proofing exercises, contributing to financial accuracy.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, safeguarding Citigroup.
• Safeguard Citigroup, its clients, and assets by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment, and escalating, managing, and reporting control issues.
• Apply relevant experience (preferred) in a financial services or operations environment.
• Utilize a Bachelor’s Degree/University degree or equivalent experience in Business, Accounting, or Finance.
• Possess a fundamental understanding of Treasury products, accounting, and regulatory policies.
• Demonstrate a proven ability to perform various concurrent activities/projects in a high-risk environment.
• Exhibit demonstrated knowledge of macros for process efficiency.
• Consistently demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience Level: Entry-level.
• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree/University degree or equivalent experience in Business, Accounting or Finance.
• Required Skills:
  • Relevant experience (preferred).
  • Bachelor’s Degree/University degree or equivalent experience in Business, Accounting, or Finance.
  • Fundamental understanding of Treasury products, accounting, and regulatory policies.
  • Proven ability to perform various concurrent activities/projects in a high-risk environment.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of macros.
  • Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in performing trade verifications to ensure accuracy of booking requests.
  • Skilled in generating and matching trade confirmations.
  • Capable of completing settlement tasks and daily rate revaluations.
  • Experience coordinating transaction processing issues.
  • Proficient in performing regulatory controls, account reconciliations, and record retention activities.
  • Skilled in preparing and submitting periodic internal and external regulatory reports.
  • Proficient in participating in periodic General Ledger (GL) proofing exercises.
  • Capable of appropriately assessing risk when business decisions are made.
  • Drives compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Adheres to Policy, applies sound ethical judgment, and escalates, manages, and reports control issues.

Salary and Benefits

This Full-time Securities & Derivatives Analyst 1 – C09 – DUBLIN position at Citi offers a negotiable competitive base salary, which is annually reviewed. Citi is committed to providing a comprehensive and attractive benefits package designed to support the overall well-being and professional growth of our employees. This typically includes robust health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, retirement planning options, and opportunities for career development within the Financial Services sector in Dublin.

Working Conditions

This is a Full-time, Onsite position located in Dublin, Ireland, with a hybrid working model allowing up to 2 days working from home per week. You will work within a professional and dynamic office environment, engaging in high-volume transaction processing. The role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy in financial operations, and the ability to manage multiple concurrent activities in a high-risk environment. You will be expected to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Standard business hours apply, with flexibility offered by the hybrid model.

Why Work with Us

At Citi, you’re not just joining a bank; you’re becoming part of a global financial services powerhouse that connects millions of people across hundreds of countries. We are a leading institution in Financial Services, committed to delivering exceptional Operations – Transaction Services and maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance. As a Securities & Derivatives Analyst, you’ll be at the forefront of processing critical financial instruments, directly contributing to the integrity of global markets.

We offer a challenging yet incredibly rewarding environment where your attention to detail, analytical skills, and commitment to compliance will be highly valued. You’ll gain hands-on experience in securities and derivatives processing, learn about Treasury products, and have opportunities for professional growth within a leading global financial institution. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for financial operations and eager to embark on a career in banking, Citi offers an excellent opportunity for your next chapter.