Reference Data Analyst, Data and Regulatory Operations

Role summary

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The Reference Data Analyst supports data and regulatory operations by maintaining accurate client, product, instrument, and reference data. Responsibilities typically include data validation, investigation and resolution of discrepancies, regulatory reporting support, process documentation, control checks, and cooperation with operations, technology, risk, and business teams. Candidates are expected to have strong analytical and organizational skills, careful attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines in a regulated banking environment. Experience with financial products, reference data, databases, Excel, SQL, or data-quality tools is advantageous. Professional Japanese and English communication skills may be required for working with local and international stakeholders. The successful candidate should be dependable, control-minded, comfortable handling large datasets, and willing to improve processes through automation and standardization.

About the employer

Citi, formally Citigroup Inc., is a major global financial services company headquartered in New York. It provides banking, markets, securities, treasury, wealth management, and institutional services to corporations, governments, financial institutions, and individuals. Citi operates across many countries and maintains a long-established presence in Japan, with operations centered largely in Tokyo. Its Japanese business supports multinational companies, local institutions, investors, and other clients through corporate banking, markets, securities services, and related financial products. The company places strong emphasis on risk management, regulatory compliance, data quality, operational controls, and technology. Employees often work in international teams, using English alongside Japanese and collaborating across time zones. Citi can offer career opportunities in banking operations, analytics, technology, compliance, finance, and client services, although roles are generally structured, deadline-driven, and subject to rigorous control and documentation standards.

Working in Japan

Japan offers strong opportunities in finance, technology, data analytics, manufacturing, consulting, education, healthcare, and tourism. Tokyo is the main international business center and has the widest selection of professional roles, while Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Yokohama also provide growing employment markets. Japanese workplaces value punctuality, preparation, teamwork, respect for hierarchy, and careful communication. Daily life is generally safe, convenient, and supported by excellent public transport, healthcare, and local services, though Tokyo housing and commuting can be expensive. English-only roles exist, particularly in multinational companies, but Japanese ability improves employability and everyday independence. Foreign professionals normally need an employer-sponsored work visa, with the appropriate category depending on the role and qualifications. Relocating usually involves securing a job offer, arranging immigration approval, finding housing, registering an address, and enrolling in health insurance and pension systems. Japan’s climate, food, regional traditions, and island geography offer varied lifestyles beyond the major cities.