Chief Operating Officer (COO), for Citi's firm-wide AI team

For our client, we are seeking a Chief Operating Officer (coo) For Citi’s Firm-Wide AI Team to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This role will lead work at the intersection of data, AI-enabled capabilities, and scalable technology delivery. You will work across engineering, product, operations, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth within a regulated financial services environment.

Location: New York, NY - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $250,000 – $500,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic planning and execution across the Group AI organization
• Establish operating plans including OKRs and KPIs in collaboration with leadership
• Oversee end-to-end execution of AI programs across multiple pillars
• Evolve the operating model and governance for the Group AI organization
• Identify process improvements for operational efficiencies in AI initiatives
• Manage the Group AI budget and financial forecasting in partnership with Finance
• Lead workforce transformation and talent planning efforts within the Group AI organization

Qualifications

• 15+ years of leadership experience in Financial Services, including COO or Chief of Staff roles
• Proven success in managing large-scale transformation programs in a regulated environment
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing multi-hundred-million-dollar budgets and ROI
• Expertise in workforce transformation, talent strategy, and change management at scale
• Familiarity with AI technologies and their impact on operational frameworks
• Comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks and corporate governance
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence at senior levels

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plans
• Life, accident, and disability insurance
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off packages including vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.