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Director, Operations Change - Client Projects

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Bulge Bracket Investment Banks

Posted 13 days ago

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**Director, Operations Change - Client Projects**: Lead Operations Change team, deliver client projects & large-scale deal implementations, engage stakeholders, and drive process improvements. Requires 15+ years in project/change delivery, 10+ years leading teams, and industry-specific operations or product knowledge. Hybrid role based in Edinburgh.

Compensation
Not specified

Currency: Not specified

City
Edinburgh
Country
United Kingdom

Full Job Description

Director, Operations Change - Client Projects

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Job Req Id:
26954683
Location(s):
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Job Type:
Hybrid
Posted:
Apr.. 29, 2026

Discover your future at Citi

Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, youll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.

Job Overview

As a senior leader in the Investor Services Operations Client Change team, the Director will spearhead the operational delivery and operational readiness of client projects incl. large-scale deal implementations.
This role involves leading a team of Operations Change professionals and collaborating with senior stakeholders across Sales, Operations, Technology, and Product to ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver a portfolio of client projects and large deals, ensuring timely, high-quality execution.
  • Lead the Operations Change project teams (direct and/or in-direct/stakeholders population)
  • Manage resourcing/capacity, team structure, and budget to meet financial and strategic objectives.
  • Drive the continuous improvement of client project processes, focusing on implementing global standards and strategic enhancements.
  • Proactively manage operational and project risks, ensuring compliance with all internal policies and external regulations.
  • Engage with clients and internal stakeholders, participating in due diligence and fostering strong partnerships.

Qualifications:

  • 15+ years of experience in project/change delivery within the Investor or Securities Services industry, including significant experience managing large client deals and strategic programs.
  • 10+ years of experience as people leader/people manager, leading and developing teams.
  • Experience in Investor/Securities Services Operations, or business/Product knowledge of the same
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills with strong executive presence.
  • A strategic mindset focused on continuous improvement and transformation.
  • Proven track record of driving process improvements, standardization, and organizational design.

We offer:

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi London, 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:

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure

A discretional annual performance related bonus

Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances

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.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.

#LI-AS3

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Job Family Group:

Operations - Core

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Job Family:

Operations Project Management

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Time Type:

Full time

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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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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.

If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi (opens in new window).

View Citis EEO Policy Statement (opens in new window) and the Know Your Rights (opens in new window) poster.

Apply (opens in new window)
Save

Director, Operations Change - Client Projects

Compensation

Not specified

City: Edinburgh

Country: United Kingdom

Citi logo
Bulge Bracket Investment Banks

13 days ago

No clicks

at Citi

ExperiencedNo visa sponsorship

**Director, Operations Change - Client Projects**: Lead Operations Change team, deliver client projects & large-scale deal implementations, engage stakeholders, and drive process improvements. Requires 15+ years in project/change delivery, 10+ years leading teams, and industry-specific operations or product knowledge. Hybrid role based in Edinburgh.

Full Job Description

Director, Operations Change - Client Projects

Apply (opens in new window)
Save
Job Req Id:
26954683
Location(s):
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Job Type:
Hybrid
Posted:
Apr.. 29, 2026

Discover your future at Citi

Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, youll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.

Job Overview

As a senior leader in the Investor Services Operations Client Change team, the Director will spearhead the operational delivery and operational readiness of client projects incl. large-scale deal implementations.
This role involves leading a team of Operations Change professionals and collaborating with senior stakeholders across Sales, Operations, Technology, and Product to ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver a portfolio of client projects and large deals, ensuring timely, high-quality execution.
  • Lead the Operations Change project teams (direct and/or in-direct/stakeholders population)
  • Manage resourcing/capacity, team structure, and budget to meet financial and strategic objectives.
  • Drive the continuous improvement of client project processes, focusing on implementing global standards and strategic enhancements.
  • Proactively manage operational and project risks, ensuring compliance with all internal policies and external regulations.
  • Engage with clients and internal stakeholders, participating in due diligence and fostering strong partnerships.

Qualifications:

  • 15+ years of experience in project/change delivery within the Investor or Securities Services industry, including significant experience managing large client deals and strategic programs.
  • 10+ years of experience as people leader/people manager, leading and developing teams.
  • Experience in Investor/Securities Services Operations, or business/Product knowledge of the same
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills with strong executive presence.
  • A strategic mindset focused on continuous improvement and transformation.
  • Proven track record of driving process improvements, standardization, and organizational design.

We offer:

We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.

By joining Citi London, 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:

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure

A discretional annual performance related bonus

Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances

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.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.

#LI-AS3

------------------------------------------------------

Job Family Group:

Operations - Core

------------------------------------------------------

Job Family:

Operations Project 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.

If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi (opens in new window).

View Citis EEO Policy Statement (opens in new window) and the Know Your Rights (opens in new window) poster.

Apply (opens in new window)
Save