Technology Lead Business Analyst - Vice President

Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance – we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we build systems that matter. Look to join a team where your work helps influence economies, your ideas can drive innovation and outcomes, and your growth is backed by mentorship, continuous learning and flexibility with potential hybrid work opportunities. Help solve real-world challenges that touch millions and get the opportunity to build the future of finance with Citi Tech

Citi is looking for a Technology Lead Business Analyst - Data & Governanceto play a central role in shaping the data and analytical foundations that drive vendor management, commercial negotiations, and technology financial decisions across the business. Sitting within a team focused on vendor strategy and commercial management, this role ensures that high-quality, reliable data is available at every stage of financial planning and contract outcomes. If you are motivated by turning complex datasets into clear business insight and want your analysis to directly influence strategic decisions at a global financial institution, this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and reconcile financial, contractual, and operational data from multiple sources to produce a unified, accurate view that informs vendor negotiations and commercial decisions.

• Deliver data-driven insights that support cost analysis, budgeting activities, and negotiation strategies across vendor and sourcing teams.

• Evaluate technology-related expenditures, including hardware and software, to surface financial trends, risks, and opportunities for the business.

• Develop reports, dashboards, and executive-ready presentations that translate complex data into clear recommendations for senior stakeholders.

• Define data requirements in partnership with finance, sourcing, and technology teams to improve the usability and reliability of information across functions.

• Support data governance processes that maintain the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of data used by vendor management teams.

• Contribute to the design and continuous improvement of processes that strengthen transparency, traceability, and governance of technology infrastructure data.

• Apply analytical tools and emerging technologies, including AI, to increase the efficiency and depth of analysis delivered to the business.

Required qualifications & skills:

• Experience in business analysis, data analysis, or financial analysis within a corporate or technology environment.

• Demonstrated ability to work with large, complex datasets and translate findings into meaningful, actionable insights for business stakeholders.

• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as SQL, Python, or Tableau to interrogate and visualize data at scale.

• Solid grasp of financial concepts, including cost analysis, budgeting, and technology expenditure evaluation.

• Knowledge of relational databases and data management principles, with a focus on data quality and governance.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to build executive-ready outputs independently.

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

Beneficial skills & qualifications:

• Familiarity with AI tools and concepts applied to data analysis or productivity improvement.

• Experience working within vendor management, sourcing, or commercial finance functions.

• Exposure to governance frameworks or audit-ready data processes within a regulated or corporate environment.

Education:

• Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience

What we’ll provide you:

By joining Citi, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

• A discretional annual performance related bonus

• Private Medical Care & Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Pension Plan

• Paid Parental Leave

• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends

• Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay and empowered to thrive.

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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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Most Relevant Skills

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