Head of AI Risk Approvals and Portfolio Oversight at Citi

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Constructive Debate, Data Analysis, Escalation Management, Management Reporting, Policy and Procedure, Policy and Regulation, Programming, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Identification and Assessment

Industry

Financial Services

Description

1. Provide decisive, independent challenge on all AI initiatives, from strategy and design through execution and post-production monitoring, grounded in deep technical expertise. Ensure governance frameworks are applied consistently across all teams and that changes to AI use cases are rigorously reviewed and approved throughout their lifecycle. Act as the primary 2LOD approval authority for all AI use cases firm-wide, owning the aggregate risk posture of the AI portfolio. Champion an AI-first mindset by challenging existing processes and driving the re-engineering of workflows to unlock efficiency and simplicity. 15+ years of experience in a large, complex financial institution, regulatory body, or related field. A minimum of 10 years in a senior leadership role within risk management, audit, model governance, or technology risk, with direct experience in AI deployment and oversight. Demonstrated deep subject matter expertise in Artificial Intelligence, including current and emerging technologies and their specific risk implications within a financial services context. Proven track record of scaling large, complex AI or technology initiatives from concept through to production and continuous improvement. Proven ability to provide decisive, independent challenge to senior leadership and influence strategic outcomes in a principles-based manner. Demonstrated success leading high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams and driving change in a complex, global organization. A track record of operating effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, demonstrating resilience and sound judgment under ambiguity. Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. Analytical Thinking, Constructive Debate, Data Analysis, Escalation Management, Management Reporting, Policy and Procedure, Policy and Regulation, Programming, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Identification and Assessment. ------------------------------------------------------ For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ 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. 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. ------------------------------------------------------

Responsibilities

Provide independent challenge on all AI initiatives and ensure governance frameworks are applied consistently. Act as the primary approval authority for AI use cases and drive the re-engineering of workflows.