Job description

The Technology Lead Business Analyst is a senior-level position responsible for liaising between business users and technologists to exchange information in a concise, logical and understandable way in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to continuous iterative exploration and investigation of business performance and other measures to gain insight and drive business planning. Help shape the next generation of equities trading technology as a Vice President, Business Analyst supporting Citi's Front Office Sales and Trading Order Management Systems. In this role, you will bridge business and technology teams to translate trading desk needs into scalable, high-impact solutions that directly influence how Citi's equities business operates in global markets. You will work at the center of complex trading workflows, partnering with stakeholders across geographies to deliver technology that keeps pace with a fast-moving trading environment. Responsibilities • Act as the primary liaison between equities trading desks and technology teams to translate business requirements into clear, actionable system specifications. • Analyze Order Management System (OMS) workflows and trading applications to identify enhancements that improve speed, accuracy, and functionality. • Develop technical solutions for complex, high-volume trading applications in partnership with business stakeholders and technology teams. • Manage multiple concurrent workstreams and applications across global trading locations to ensure consistent delivery. • Contribute to product roadmap planning, governance processes, and the definition of standards for new automation initiatives within trading technology. • Communicate system scope, risks, and recommended solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Supervise day-to-day resource allocation and mentor onsite and offsite team members to support project delivery. • Evaluate risk implications of business and technology decisions, escalating issues with transparency to safeguard Citi and its clients. Required Qualifications & Skills • 5 to 10 years of experience in business analysis or systems analysis within financial services technology. • Hands-on experience working with trading applications, including Order Management Systems. • Strong understanding of equities markets and front office trading workflows. • Proven ability to manage multiple complex initiatives across different teams and geographies. • Strong analytical and diplomatic skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities. • Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills for engaging both technical and business audiences. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. Beneficial Skills & Qualifications • Bachelor or Master's degree in a related field. • Experience with planning and presentation tools used for roadmap and governance discussions. • Exposure to automation initiatives within trading technology environments. What We Offer Join a team where your work directly shapes the technology behind Citi's global equities trading business, giving you the opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives while building deep expertise in trading systems. • Work three days in the office and two days remotely each week, giving you flexibility alongside in-person collaboration. • Take ownership of high-impact technology initiatives that influence trading operations across global markets. • Collaborate with trading, technology, and business teams across multiple geographies, expanding your professional network. • Access learning and development resources to deepen your expertise in trading technology and business analysis. • Benefit from financial wellbeing programs, family support resources, and tools designed to support long-term career growth. • Build leadership experience by mentoring team members and guiding resource planning across projects. Education: • Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience • Master's degree preferred ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Technology ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Business Analysis / Client Services ------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------ Primary Location: Jersey City New Jersey United States ------------------------------------------------------ Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $129,840.00 - $194,760.00 In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire. ------------------------------------------------------ Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above. ------------------------------------------------------ Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ Anticipated Posting Close Date: Oct 28, 2026 ------------------------------------------------------ Automated Processing and AI We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi. Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details. Illinois residents – AI Notice and Right ------------------------------------------------------ Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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Act as the primary liaison between equities trading desks and technology teams to translate business requirements into clear, actionable system specifications.
Analyze Order Management System (OMS) workflows and trading applications to identify enhancements that improve speed, accuracy, and functionality.
Develop technical solutions for complex, high-volume trading applications in partnership with business stakeholders and technology teams.
Manage multiple concurrent workstreams and applications across global trading locations to ensure consistent delivery.
Contribute to product roadmap planning, governance processes, and the definition of standards for new automation initiatives within trading technology.
Communicate system scope, risks, and recommended solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Supervise day-to-day resource allocation and mentor onsite and offsite team members to support project delivery.
Evaluate risk implications of business and technology decisions, escalating issues with transparency to safeguard Citi and its clients.
Required Qualifications & Skills
5 to 10 years of experience in business analysis or systems analysis within financial services technology.
Hands-on experience working with trading applications, including Order Management Systems.
Strong understanding of equities markets and front office trading workflows.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex initiatives across different teams and geographies.
Strong analytical and diplomatic skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills for engaging both technical and business audiences.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
Beneficial Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor or Master's degree in a related field.
Experience with planning and presentation tools used for roadmap and governance discussions.
Exposure to automation initiatives within trading technology environments.
Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience
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Master's degree preferred

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