Syndicate Middle Office and Operations Lead Vice President

The Vice President in Syndicate Middle Office & Operations is a senior level position reporting directly to the Global Head of DCM and ECM Middle Office. You will be responsible for managing the deal lifecycle in coordination with all key stakeholders. The overall objective of this role is to leverage your skills to evaluate end to end processes with the mindset to drive meaningful change.

• Understand the execution and settlement of New Issues within the DCM and ECM scope, from pre pricing through post-closing with the Syndicate
• Preform a deep-rooted analysis of daily functions and recommend automation or procedural enhancements to the entire deal lifecycle
• Liaise with key partners and stakeholders (Banker/Underwriters/Technology/Controls/Back Office etc) to understand pain points and align business goals with operational
• Develop, implement and track appropriate KPIs (key performance indicator), SLAs (service level agreement) and metrics (deals priced/closed, volume, settlement rate etc) for the senior oversight
• Review and uplift policies and procedures (SOPs) on a continuous basis
• Product knowledge of Equity, Special Equity, and Fixed Income products
• Oversee deal related controls, including but not limited to deal accounting and compliance
• Operate in a high volume, high visibility (and high risk) environment
• Conduct meetings with front to back stakeholders with the ability to articulate processes in depth while having a forward looking, critical thinking, and controlled approach
• Advise and coach personnel
• Provide back up support to team members within the Middle Office and Operations space as needed
• Knowledge of SETG execution and Global Markets (APAC/EMEA) a plus
• 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 behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency

• 5+ years of Syndicate operational experience
• Subject matter expert in at least one area of deal flow (Orderbook Indication and allocation. UW Source/Euroclear; Final Settlement)
• Advanced knowledge of Regulatory rules in accordance with New Issues; FINRA/TRACE/5131/QIB/Reg M/S etc
• Product knowledge of DCM and ECM products
• Self-starter who consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills

• Bachelor’s Degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Series 99 preferre

Primary

Location:

New York, NY, United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $ - $

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  Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Jan 23, 2026