Senior Business Analyst and Technology Project Lead

Citi is looking for a Senior Business Analyst & Technology Project Lead to serve as a critical bridge between business stakeholders and technology teams, translating complex business needs into actionable system solutions that drive measurable outcomes. In this senior-level role, you will contribute to the strategic planning and continuous improvement of business performance by leading analysis, managing cross-functional delivery, and overseeing a portfolio of upstream and downstream applications. This is an opportunity to shape high-impact technology decisions at one of the world's leading financial institutions, working in a collaborative environment where your analytical insight directly influences business planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition of system scope, objectives, and enhancements for complex, high-impact technology projects across development and implementation phases.

• Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams, translating functional requirements into clear, actionable system specifications.

• Evaluate new technology developments and evolving business needs, recommending system alternatives or enhancements based on thorough analysis of business processes and industry standards.

• Identify, communicate, and mitigate project and technology risks, assessing the business implications of proposed solutions before they impact operations.

• Deliver sophisticated analyses that define complex problems and drive innovative, data-informed solutions that influence strategic decisions.

• Monitor and manage project timelines across multiple applications, ensuring cross-functional delivery stays on track and organizational objectives are met.

• Mentor and guide team members on a day-to-day basis, overseeing work allocation, resource planning, and professional development.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 6+ years of experience in a business analysis or project management capacity, ideally within a technology-driven environment.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, with demonstrated expertise in Excel for data analysis, modelling, and reporting.

• Solid understanding of all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle, with the ability to engage meaningfully across planning, build, and delivery stages.

• Deep knowledge of business analysis principles, including requirements gathering, process mapping, and functional specification writing.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong organizational and time management capabilities, with a consistent record of delivering against multiple competing deadlines.

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, such as Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Background or exposure to the financial services or banking sector, with an understanding of the operational and regulatory context these environments present is preferred

• Experience managing projects or business analysis initiatives within organizations that operate complex, interconnected application ecosystems.

What We Offer

At Citi, you will work alongside experienced professionals across a globally connected organization, taking on meaningful work that spans technology strategy, business delivery, and cross-functional collaboration. This role offers the scope, scale, and seniority to make a genuine impact on how technology shapes business outcomes.

• Hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, giving you flexibility alongside structured team collaboration.

• Exposure to a broad application portfolio with upstream and downstream complexity, building your expertise across the full technology delivery landscape.

• Opportunity to influence strategic technology decisions at a senior level, with visibility across business and technology leadership.

• Access to learning and professional development resources to support continued growth in business analysis, project management, and financial services.

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including financial wellbeing, wellbeing support, and family-focused benefits.

• A performance-driven team culture that values analytical rigor, clear communication, and delivery ownership.

Apply today to bring your business analysis expertise to a senior role at Citi, where your work will directly shape technology strategy and business outcomes across a global organization.

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Business Analysis / Client Services

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$120,800.00 - $170,800.00

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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