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This role will be responsible for:<\/strong>
\nExecution of Country Audit assurance plan in line with Citi IA methodology by understanding regulatory landscape and key risks related to Citi franchise, overseeing, and reviewing work completed by other team members and identifying opportunities for enhancing efficiency and quality of delivery.
\nDelivering on time high quality Audit reports, Internal Audit and Regulatory issue validation, as well as business monitoring and governance committee reporting.
\nProviding oversight as Audit Controller for other countries in Middle East and Africa (MEA) cluster in different type of country audits and issue validations as required.
\nLeading, providing supervision, and developing medium-sized team of auditors within the cluster to ensure quality audit and regulatory delivery.
\nRepresenting Citi IA function in discussions with regulators within the cluster and delivering regulatory commitments.
\nPartnering with the IA product and functional teams to ensure alignment and focus on critical priorities and oversee strategic coordination; including monitoring progress and tracking actions in achieving stated critical priorities and ensuring effective communication and information flow across team leads.
\nWorking with IA Quality Assurance (QA) team to address any QA findings, regulatory issues against IA etc.
\nWorking with IA Management Information (MI) team to analyse audit data in audit systems from a regional perspective; ensuring corrections are made, as required, and following up to ensure errors detected are sustainably addressed.
\nAppropriately 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.
\nMaintaining an appropriate, pro-active, constructive, solutions-driven relationship as the independent auditor with the Citi Country Officer (CCO); and support the CCO in the fulfilment of their responsibilities in respect of governance, risk management and internal control.
\nEnsuring the CCO and in-country Management receives prompt, timely and complete information relating to the activities of Internal Audit as part of governance forums and regular updates.<\/p>\n

Skills:<\/strong>
\nExcellent communication skills \u2013 both written and verbal; ability to digest vast amounts of information and be able to succinctly present messages.
\nGood numerical and analytical skills. Ability to deal with data and derive insights. Advanced skills with Excel. Demonstrating a high level of analytical rigor in formulating objectives and measuring results. Operating with passion and real drive when pursuing goals.
\nStrong interpersonal skills for interfacing with all levels within the organization and beyond, including senior management and regulators. Effective influencing skills, a proactive and ‘no surprises’ approach in communicating issues\/requests.
\nPragmatic problem solver, forward thinker with independence of thought.
\nPromotes a culture of collaboration and teamwork across organizational boundaries; willing to break down functional silos to optimize business results and to facilitate the overall growth of the franchise.
\nSelf-motivated and goal oriented.
\nSense of urgency in implementing programs and evaluating priorities; decisive, action-oriented, and practical.
\nWilling to challenge and question the status quo, making recommendations for options and best solutions.
\nCritical thinking is a key requirement of the role, as themes related to risks and issues around the organization will be identified and presented to key stakeholders, such as senior management, regulators, and external audit functions.
\nEffective leader, being able to manage and develop auditors with different experience and background, building a culture of trust, support, and accountability.
\nHebrew native-level speaker, English \u2013 professional level both verbal and written.<\/p>\n

Knowledge, experience, and qualifications:<\/strong>
\nMinimum 12 years of experience (with at least 8 years in banking)
\nHigher degree or related certifications (ACCA, CIA, CPA, ACA, CFA, CISA, CAMS or similar) is mandatory.
\nExperience in working with global teams and dealing with integrated internal audit and assurance delivery.
\nPrior experience of conducting risk-based audits and presenting results to management.
\nExperience in managing regulatory relationships and presenting insights into governance committees.
\nKnowledge and experience of risk issue management criteria, tools, and methods.
\nUnderstanding of how risks and control deficiencies need to be prioritized and remediated across the first and second line of defence.
\nKnowledge and experience of working with banking regulations in Israel.
\nExceptional candidates who do not meet these criteria may be considered for the role provided they have the necessary skills and experience.<\/p>\n

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