Assistant Vice President, Securities & Derivatives Senior Analyst – Custody Operations

Role summary

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This role supports securities and derivatives custody operations, including trade settlement, asset servicing, reconciliations, corporate actions, cash and securities movements, and investigation of operational exceptions. Candidates typically need several years of experience in custody, securities services, derivatives, or financial operations, along with knowledge of settlement processes, market infrastructure, and operational risk controls. Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are expected. Familiarity with Excel, operational systems, and regulatory procedures is valuable. The successful candidate should work accurately under deadlines, collaborate with internal teams and clients, identify control weaknesses, and help improve processes. English and Mandarin communication skills may be important for a Taiwan-based position.

About the employer

Citi, formally Citigroup Inc., is a global financial services company headquartered in New York and operating in numerous countries. It provides corporate and commercial banking, transaction services, markets and securities services, consumer banking, wealth management, and treasury solutions. Citi’s Securities Services business supports institutional clients with custody, fund services, clearing, settlement, asset servicing, and related technology. In Taiwan, the bank serves multinational companies, financial institutions, investors, and corporate clients, connecting them with local and international markets. Citi is known for its global network, complex financial infrastructure, and focus on risk management, regulatory compliance, and operational controls. Employees generally work in a structured, international environment with opportunities to collaborate across regions and develop expertise in financial markets and banking operations.

Working in Taiwan

Taiwan offers strong opportunities in banking, technology, semiconductors, manufacturing, healthcare, education, and international business. Taipei is the main financial and professional center, while Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Taichung, and Kaohsiung also provide employment options. The culture combines Chinese traditions with modern, efficient city life; people generally value courtesy, reliability, family, and relationship building. Living costs are moderate compared with many major Asian financial centers, though Taipei housing can be expensive. Taiwan has excellent public transport, convenient healthcare, diverse food, mountains, beaches, and a generally safe lifestyle. Foreign professionals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and an appropriate residence visa or employment-based residence permit. The Employment Gold Card may suit eligible specialists. Before relocating, candidates should confirm salary, tax, housing, health insurance, language expectations, and document requirements with the employer and Taiwan authorities.