EMEA Head of Markets Credit Solutions

Shape the Future of Wealth Markets Credit at a Global Leader

Are you a seasoned credit risk leader with a passion for capital markets and a drive to deliver innovative client solutions?

Citi Wealth is seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Head of Markets Credit Solutions for the EMEA region. This is a unique opportunity to lead an industry leading front office team, shaping the credit landscape for our most sophisticated wealth management clients. You will be at the forefront of delivering tailored trading and financing solutions, leveraging the full power and balance sheet of Citi to drive business growth and provide world class service.

In this critical role, you will report directly to the Global Head of Markets Credit Solutions and have a matrix report to the regional EMEA Head of Wealth Markets, you will be the regional owner for the entire credit solutions product suite. If you are a strategic thinker with deep expertise in counterparty credit risk and a talent for structuring complex deals, we invite you to bring your leadership to our team.

Your Role and Impact

As the Head of Markets Credit Solutions EMEA, you will be empowered to make a significant impact across the business. Your responsibilities will be centered on four key pillars:

1. Drive Strategic Credit Solutions & Client Relationships:
   • Serve as the primary expert and point of contact for all tailored Capital Markets credit solutions, covering everything from derivatives to brokerage products.
   • Proactively partner with our Markets Desk, Risk Analytics, and Lending teams to identify client needs and engineer innovative, commercially viable solutions.
   • Act as a regional SME of our Wealth Markets Credit platform, continuously developing and promoting its capabilities across the organization.
   • Develop and execute strategic plans to intelligently grow our credit portfolio, identifying and capturing new opportunities with our most valued clients.
2. Lead Complex Deal Structuring & Execution:
   • Provide end to end subject matter expertise on complex transactions, from initial client discussions and needs analysis to final structuring and underwriting.
   • Mentor and develop the markets credit expertise within our underwriting teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
   • Lead negotiations on ISDA agreements and other critical credit documentation, liaising with legal, risk, and operations to ensure a seamless and efficient onboarding experience for clients.
   • Establish and refine robust processes for monitoring, issue resolution, and escalation across the entire credit lifecycle.
3. Ensure World Class Client Service & Support:
   • Be the trusted advisor for our Wealth Markets client base, addressing any and all credit related inquiries and issues with speed and precision.
   • Champion a client centric approach, engaging across internal teams to meet and exceed client expectations.
   • Provide exceptional service by taking ownership of all financial and operational investigations, ensuring timely resolution and complete client satisfaction.
4. Deliver Actionable Insights & Optimize Performance:
   • Establish and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting dashboards to provide clear, concise updates to senior management.
   • Conduct sophisticated analysis of CVA/RWA charges to drive profitability, optimize capital allocation, and proactively identify emerging risks and opportunities.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a leader who combines deep technical expertise with outstanding commercial acumen and interpersonal skills.

What You'll Bring

• Extensive Credit & Markets Expertise: Formal credit training (CO/SCO) and significant experience in a senior credit or capital markets role. Essential, in-depth knowledge of OTC Derivatives, Brokerage Margin/Prime Finance, and a strong understanding of commodities, fixed income, and equity products.
• Proven Leadership & Business Acumen: A demonstrated ability to manage relationships, drive business development, and work effectively in a fast paced trading environment. You see the "big picture" and take pride of ownership in every deliverable.
• Analytical Rigor: A Bachelor's and Master's degree in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Science, Finance, or Economics). Strong analytical skills, including statistics, stress testing, and factor analysis, with advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional Communication: Logical, articulate, and persuasive communicator, with the ability to build strong interpersonal relationships quickly and convey complex ideas to any audience.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Natural problem solver with an entrepreneurial mindset, capable of working independently while also thriving in a collaborative team environment.
• Required Licensing: CISI Level 4 Diploma in Investment Advice is preferred.

Why Join Us

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure.
• A discretionary annual performance related bonus.
• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pension Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends.
• Access to an array of learning and development resources.

Additional Information

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best in class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi London, 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 such as:

Certification Regime and FIT AND PROPER Requirements

Candidates applying for this role must be aware that it is a Certified Role, subject to the FCA and PRA Certification Regime. The Certification Regime is one element of the Individual Accountability Regime which came into effect on 7 March 2016. Under the Certification Regime, Citi UK regulated entities (Citi entities) must ensure that employees working in certain roles categorized as specified significant harm functions (Certified Roles) are assessed as fit and proper to carry out their role. Under the guidance provided by the FCA and PRA, firms should have regard to the following when assessing fitness and propriety:

• Honesty, integrity and reputation
• Financial soundness
• Competence and capability

In order to comply with the requirements of the Certification Regime, Citi entities must take reasonable care to ensure that an employee does not perform a Certified Role without first being certified as Fit and Proper. For this reason, you will be assessed for this role against the Fit and Proper requirements, as described above.

This assessment will be carried out through extensive interviews, self disclosures, permitted criminal record checks, regulated reference checks, credit checks and other background screening checks.

Job Group & Time Type

Job Family Group: Private Client Product Services

Job Family: Investment Capital Markets

Time Type: Full time

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