Reference Data Analyst, Data and Regulatory Operations

Job Description

Citi is seeking a Reference Data Analyst to support data and regulatory operations in Japan. The role typically involves maintaining and validating reference data, investigating data-quality issues, performing reconciliations, supporting regulatory reporting, documenting processes, and coordinating with operations, technology, compliance, and business teams. Candidates are generally expected to have experience in banking operations, data management, regulatory processes, or business analysis, together with strong attention to detail and analytical skills. Familiarity with databases, Excel, SQL, workflow tools, and Japanese and English communication is advantageous. The successful candidate should be organized, control-minded, capable of meeting deadlines, and comfortable working in a highly regulated, global environment.

Company Info

Citi, formally Citigroup Inc., is a major global financial institution headquartered in New York. It provides corporate and investment banking, commercial banking, transaction services, markets, wealth management, and consumer financial services across numerous countries. Citi has a long-standing presence in Japan, serving multinational companies, financial institutions, investors, and other institutional clients through its local banking and markets operations. The company’s work includes payments, securities services, foreign exchange, financing, risk management, and support for cross-border business. Citi places strong emphasis on regulatory compliance, operational controls, technology, data quality, and responsible risk management. Employees typically work in international teams and may collaborate with colleagues across Asia-Pacific and other global locations. Its culture values client service, teamwork, integrity, analytical thinking, and continuous improvement.

Destination Guide

Japan offers opportunities in banking, technology, finance, consulting, manufacturing, education, healthcare, and international business, especially in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka. The workplace culture generally values punctuality, preparation, teamwork, respect, and careful attention to detail. Japanese ability can significantly improve career prospects, although many multinational companies use English in specialist roles. Lifestyle varies from fast-paced urban living in Tokyo to quieter coastal, rural, and island communities. Public transport is excellent, healthcare is reliable, and living costs are highest in major cities. Foreign employees usually need an appropriate work visa, commonly sponsored by the employer; qualifications and an employment contract are normally required. Relocating involves arranging housing, residence registration, health insurance, a bank account, and possibly a tax adviser. Learning basic Japanese and understanding local workplace etiquette make integration easier.