Citi

Business Executions Analyst (UAE Nationals Only) - DUBAI

Dubai, UAEPosted today

Salary
AED 12k–18k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Mid level
Field
Finance & Accounting
Work mode
Remote

About the role

The UAE Services Business Execution & Strategy Analyst / Associate plays a central role in driving the growth, governance, and operational execution of Citi’s Services franchise in the United Arab Emirates. This role blends strategic commercial enablement, product P&L analytics, and sales pipeline optimization with proactive oversight of country governance, regulatory affairs, technology enhancement asks, and executive reporting for UAE leadership. Responsibilities: • UAE Services Strategy & Commercial Growth Strategy Execution: Execute the comprehensive UAE Services strategy established by Country Management to accelerate business momentum across the franchise. Franchise Expansion: Support growth initiatives across revenue, transaction volume, and balance sheet/asset dimensions across all UAE cash management, payments, and trade lines. • Product P&L, Financial Analytics & Performance Tracking P&L Management & Measurement: Monitor, analyze, and report on product-level P&L performance, revenue streams, and expense drivers across all UAE Services offerings. Variance & Trend Analysis: Extract and evaluate financial and balance sheet data from Citi internal systems; compare actual performance against plan and prior periods, pinpointing drivers, growth trends, and outliers. Financial Forecasting: Partner with finance and business managers to assist in quarterly forecasting, annual budget formulation, and productivity reviews. • Country Governance, Regulatory Affairs & Infrastructure Governance Engagement: Assist the UAE Services Head with relevant data in UAE country governance matters, supporting Services representation on various Country Governance Committees. • Sales Pipeline & Commercial Enablement Pipeline Coordination: Coordinate a robust sales pipeline by liaising with coverage bankers, solution sales, and product partners across the UAE. Performance Metrics: Track won/lost deals, deal conversion cycles, and client calling intensity to identify growth bottlenecks and support revenue target achievement. • Executive Presentations, Senior Visits & Action Tracking Executive Decks: Prepare high-impact PowerPoint presentations and briefing documents for Country Governance Committee meetings, regulatory engagements, and business reviews. Senior Leadership Visits: Coordinate, develop, and synthesize briefing packs and strategic overviews for visiting regional and global executive leaders. Action Follow-Through: Rigorously track and coordinate action items stemming from client engagements, country committee reviews, and regulatory meetings to ensure timely resolution. Qualifications: • Minimum of 3+ years of relevant banking experience (preferably in transaction banking, cash management, trade services, or corporate banking) • Sound understanding of P&L mechanics, balance sheet analysis, statistical analysis, and variance modeling • Advanced PowerPoint presentation skills with the ability to synthesize complex commercial, regulatory, and financial data into clean, executive-ready decks • Strong hands-on proficiency in MS Excel (advanced formulas, data modeling) and MS Word; aptitude for quickly learning internal core banking and CRM platforms • Fluent written and verbal English communication skills; confident in liaising with cross-functional internal stakeholders and senior management • Highly organized with a strong attention to detail; able to work independently, manage multiple time-sensitive deliverables, and drive tasks to completion Education: • Bachelor’s/University degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field. What We Offer: Direct Country Franchise Exposure: High-visibility role with direct access to UAE Services leadership and country governance bodies. Workplace Flexibility: Business casual environment with a hybrid work structure (up to 2 days/week working from home). Competitive Package: Annually reviewed base salary alongside a comprehensive suite of health, wellness, and savings benefits for you and your family. ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Business Strategy, Management & Administration ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Business Management ------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------ Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above. ------------------------------------------------------ Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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Requirements

Minimum of 3+ years of relevant banking experience (preferably in transaction banking, cash management, trade services, or corporate banking). Sound understanding of P&L mechanics, balance sheet analysis, statistical analysis, and variance modeling. Advanced PowerPoint presentation skills with the ability to synthesize complex commercial, regulatory, and financial data into clean, executive-ready decks. Strong hands-on proficiency in MS Excel (advanced formulas, data modeling) and MS Word; aptitude for quickly learning internal core banking and CRM platforms. Fluent written and verbal English communication skills; confident in liaising with cross-functional internal stakeholders and senior management. Highly organized with a strong attention to detail; able to work independently, manage multiple time-sensitive deliverables, and drive tasks to completion.

Responsibilities

Execute the comprehensive UAE Services strategy established by Country Management to accelerate business momentum across the franchise. Support growth initiatives across revenue, transaction volume, and balance sheet/asset dimensions across all UAE cash management, payments, and trade lines. Monitor, analyze, and report on product-level P&L performance, revenue streams, and expense drivers across all UAE Services offerings. Extract and evaluate financial and balance sheet data from Citi internal systems; compare actual performance against plan and prior periods, pinpointing drivers, growth trends, and outliers. Partner with finance and business managers to assist in quarterly forecasting, annual budget formulation, and productivity reviews. Assist the UAE Services Head with relevant data in UAE country governance matters, supporting Services representation on various Country Governance Committees. Coordinate a robust sales pipeline by liaising with coverage bankers, solution sales, and product partners across the UAE. Track won/lost deals, deal conversion cycles, and client calling intensity to identify growth bottlenecks and support revenue target achievement. Prepare high-impact PowerPoint presentations and briefing documents for Country Governance Committee meetings, regulatory engagements, and business reviews. Coordinate, develop, and synthesize briefing packs and strategic overviews for visiting regional and global executive leaders. Rigorously track and coordinate action items stemming from client engagements, country committee reviews, and regulatory meetings to ensure timely resolution.

Skills

  • P&L analysis
  • Financial forecasting
  • Variance analysis
  • Banking product analytics
  • PowerPoint
  • Excel advanced (data modeling, formulas)
  • Financial reporting
  • Balance sheet analysis
  • CRM platforms
  • Regulatory reporting
  • Executive presentation
  • Strategic planning
  • Cash management
  • Trade services
  • Corporate banking

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