Head of Americas Corporate Actions and Product Reference Data

The Americas Corporate Actions and Product Reference Data role is a senior management level position responsible for delivery of complex Corporate Action and Reference Data services in support of internal and client stakeholders.The overall objective of this role is to ensure the seamless delivery of a Corporate Action and Reference Data Service.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the NAM Corporate Actions and Product Reference Data team within the Funds business, providing services to platinum clients of the firm.
• Oversee the end-to-end process of sourcing, validating, and accounting for corporate action events within Fund valuations.
• Provide expert guidance and support to clients in successfully electing on upcoming voluntary corporate action events.
• Actively engage and collaborate with global, cross-functional partners to spearhead and drive forward critical Operating and Technology Transformation Initiatives.
• Demonstrate strong strategic thinking capabilities, anticipating market and regulatory changes, and developing long-term plans for the department.
• Cultivate and implement a robust and proactive approach to risk management, ensuring compliance and mitigating potential operational and financial risks.
• Effective dealing directly with external clients and internal management at all levels of the organization.

Qualifications:

• 10-15 years of experience within Banking, Finance, Funds Services, Middle Office Services, Securities Services, Custody or in a Market Data services organization
• In depth knowledge of one of: Funds Services / Fund Accounting / Securities Services / Middle Office /  Custodian / Security Reference Data Management / Product Data Management. Major positive differentiator will be Asset Servicing and / or Securities Reference Data.
• Extensive practical experience in contributing to and leading significant operations and technology improvement programs as well as client onboarding initiatives, ensuring seamless integration and positive client experiences.
• Proven experience working effectively within an international and multi-cultural business environment.
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities. Experience in being a manager of managers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in complex corporate action scenarios.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing and collaborating across diverse stakeholders.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
• Proactive risk management and mitigation capabilities.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred

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Job Family Group:

Operations - Transaction Services

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Job Family:

Securities and Derivatives Processing

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Irving Texas United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$144,480.00 - $216,720.00

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.

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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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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Oct 28, 2026

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