MCA Coordinator

The Legal Support Specialist 3 is a developing professional role. Deals with most problems independently and has some latitude to solve complex problems. Integrates in-depth specialty area knowledge with a solid understanding of industry standards and practices. Good understanding of how the team and area integrate with others in accomplishing the objectives of the subfunction/ job family. Applies analytical thinking and knowledge of data analysis tools and methodologies. Requires attention to detail when making judgments and recommendations based on the analysis of factual information. Typically deals with variable issues with potentially broader business impact. Applies professional judgment when interpreting data and results. Breaks down information in a systematic and communicable manner. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to exchange potentially complex/sensitive information. Moderate but direct impact through close contact with the businesses' core activities. Quality and timeliness of service provided will affect the effectiveness of own team and other closely related teams.

Responsibilities:

Perform analysis to support governance and support in the execution of the Manager Control Assessment (MCA, i.e.. Risk & Control Self-Assessment) as required by the MCA Standard including the assessment and appropriate approval of risk associated with business changes.  Provide support in assessing the quality, completeness, and accuracy of the implementation of the Control Framework, including Risk Control Policy, Control Standard, Issue Management Policy, Lesson Learned Policy and Control Inventory. Perform analysis to support with the identification of issue root cause, partnering with control and process owners to recommendations holistic corrective actions and improvements, provide check and challenge to ensure appropriate escalation in according with Issue Management and Escalation Policies. Provide analysis on the review and challenge process, within the FLUs, on the effective design and management of controls to mitigate risks as required by the Control Standards, including implementation and operation, conducting the control monitoring, handling deficiencies, and escalating issues for resolution.  Assess the timeliness, accuracy and completeness of the MCA through controls prior to the execution of a process (QC). Test adherence to the MCA Standard through controls after the execution of a process (QA). Provide support in the analysis to identify, assess, escalate, and manage risk exposures across Risk Categories (Operational Compliance, Strategic, Reputational, etc.), including material, emerging and concentration risks in accordance with enterprise Policies and the establishment of Key Indicators to monitor risk exposures. Provide support in the analysis to identify, assess, record and response to Operational and Compliance Risk events, ensuring these are captured accurately, timely and in accordance with requirements. Provide analysis to support that adequate governance and training are in place to support management of Risk profiles. Conduct analysis to assess the risks associated with New Activities and changes to the Business, ensuring these are well understood and adequately controlled (if applicable). Evaluate risk and control assessments or coordination for programs within various risk stripes and ensure sufficient subject matter expertise exists to enable management of these risks within the Business (e.g. third party, fraud, sanctions etc.) (if applicable). Understands that risk and control responsibilities and accountabilities are embedded within FLUs, by participating to training and leading by example. Provide support in the implementation of standards and procedures that conform to enterprise requirements and support sound operational and compliance risk management. Apply knowledge of the business, products, or services to identify and implement control points and processes throughout the business. Appropriately 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 behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

2-5 years relevant experience in risk, compliance, audit or regulatory functions. Experience in working with the various risk and control systems and reporting requirements Project management skills. Excellent organizational skills, ability to multitask and adapt to change. Problem solver with the ability to translate plans in actions Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office with an emphasis on MS Excel Self-motivated and detail oriented Proficient with the Manager’s Control Assessment module.

Education:

Bachelors/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Generating reporting from various systems for analysis and control execution. Assisting with content updates in the Manager’s Control Assessment tool. Assist with activities related to adherence of policies and procedures such as but not limited to record management, continuity of business, issue management, external legal providers, regulatory management, end user computing. Participate in any required meetings to help meet the requirements and responsibilities noted above.

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Job Family Group:

Legal

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Job Family:

Legal Professionals

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Time Type:

Full time

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