Corporate Banking Global Capital Management (GCM) - Senior Associate

2w2 weeks ago

Citi

London, GB · Full-time · £95,000 – £125,000

About this role

This role ensures efficient and optimal use of capital in Europe, MEA, and the UK by leading capital optimisation initiatives and facilitating Banking Balance Sheet Forum discussions. It supports Parent Account Managers in GCM for onboarding and relationship management with Leverage Finance, Sponsor-Owned, and IPO prospect clients. Strong partnerships with ICM, Risk, GAM, IB, and LevFin are key.

Lead strategic projects including Red Zone Review, Risk Weighted Asset Management, Forecasting, and Franchise Reviews. Analyse client and franchise data, presenting to global and regional seniors. Liaise with NAM, LATAM, and APAC GCM partners for globally consistent practices.

Provide leadership in Capital Management projects and support deal teams through BBSF discussions and capital approvals. Conduct ongoing credit monitoring with IRAU and Leverage Portfolio Group, evaluating public filings, research, operations, and forecasts. Help develop Analyst members’ coverage and credit skills while building internal and external relationships.

Gain understanding of Citi’s strategy, priorities, and balance sheet constraints in a complex, fast-paced banking environment. Develop technical knowledge of returns metrics, RWA, and capital considerations. Build networks with senior management and product partners regionally and globally, supporting direct client relationships as a coverage banker.

Requirements

Strong credit skills, credit background and knowledge of Citi’s credit policies
Strong risk, control, and capital management skills
Strong data analytic skills
Experience in client coverage
Ability to multitask
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Initiative as a self-starter and highly-driven individual
Strong leadership capabilities and team player

Responsibilities

Lead capital optimisation initiatives and facilitate Banking Balance Sheet Forum (BBSF) discussions
Support Parent Account Managers in onboarding and day-to-day relationship management for Leverage Finance, Sponsor-Owned and IPO prospect clients
Lead strategic projects including Red Zone Review, Risk Weighted Asset Management, Forecasting and Franchise Reviews
Analyse client and franchise data and present to global and regional seniors
Provide leadership and active participation in Capital Management projects
Support deal teams in BBSF discussions and capital approval process, validating assumptions and ensuring alignment with Shareholder Returns Targets
Conduct ongoing credit monitoring for portfolio clients alongside IRAU and Leverage Portfolio Group
Help develop Analyst members’ coverage and credit skills

Benefits

Understanding of Citi’s strategy, priorities and balance sheet constraints
Exposure to a complex and fast-paced banking environment
Technical knowledge of returns metrics, RWA and Citi’s Balance Sheet considerations
Develop network and increase internal visibility with senior management regionally and globally
Support relationships as a coverage banker with direct client responsibility