This file contains a description of a current Citi employee and description of the employee experience through a set of questions and answers. Upon joining Citi, our Class of 2006 MAs from CMB in Korea spent 6 weeks together in Shanghai for training. Our batch also included other MAs from the region, such as India, China and Singapore. Taking classes by day and socializing by night, it was a great opportunity to acclimate into the organization and build life-long networks with a diverse group of colleagues. Exploring one of the most dynamic and high-energy cities in Asia, experiencing the indigenous food and culture, and taking weekend getaways to nearby historic sites were an added bonus.

]]> Being able to work side-by-side with Korea’s leading companies on a daily basis, knowing that we are playing a crucial role in providing these companies with the capital that fuels their growth and expansion into the global markets.

]]> The breadth and depth of Citi’s knowledge base, coupled with a global platform that enables its people to freely access this wealth of knowledge and provide solutions to clients anywhere in the world.

]]> As a member of the coverage team, I constantly need to be on top of industry developments and new financial products. Therefore, a lot of time is spent working with Credit Analysts in Risk Management and product specialists from FICC (Fixed Income, Currency & Commodities) and GTS (Global Transaction Services). Whenever a deal is being executed, I also work closely with our in-house counsels to hammer out legal documents. Gaining the exposure to different aspects of the business makes my job that much interesting.

]]> People skills and communication skills. Being able to work effectively and comfortably with others--be it colleagues or clients--and communicating clearly and succinctly makes work that much efficient and enjoyable.

]]> Citi reads my mind. I am given specific assignments and training opportunities that are interesting, challenging and constructive whenever I start feeling the need. Taking Citi’s global presence into consideration, I also know that going forward, there will always be opportunities out there to build my career beyond a country’s border.

]]> Perhaps the fact that I am a third generation banker in my family, as my father and grandfather both spent their whole careers in the corporate banking industry. Thus, I had always felt that entering this industry was hereditary.

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Name: Dong Jin Kim

Title: Management Associate

Education: MBA, NYU Stern School of Business

Program: Management Associate Program

Level: associate

Region: Korea

Describe the most memorable experience you've ever had at Citi.: Upon joining Citi, our Class of 2006 MAs from CMB in Korea spent 6 weeks together in Shanghai for training. Our batch also included other MAs from the region, such as India, China and Singapore. Taking classes by day and socializing by night, it was a great opportunity to acclimate into the organization and build life-long networks with a diverse group of colleagues. Exploring one of the most dynamic and high-energy cities in Asia, experiencing the indigenous food and culture, and taking weekend getaways to nearby historic sites were an added bonus.
What about your career excites you the most - gets you out of bed in the morning?: Being able to work side-by-side with Korea’s leading companies on a daily basis, knowing that we are playing a crucial role in providing these companies with the capital that fuels their growth and expansion into the global markets.
What do you consider Citi's competitive edge?: The breadth and depth of Citi’s knowledge base, coupled with a global platform that enables its people to freely access this wealth of knowledge and provide solutions to clients anywhere in the world.
What other groups do you liaise with regularly within the Firm?: As a member of the coverage team, I constantly need to be on top of industry developments and new financial products. Therefore, a lot of time is spent working with Credit Analysts in Risk Management and product specialists from FICC (Fixed Income, Currency & Commodities) and GTS (Global Transaction Services). Whenever a deal is being executed, I also work closely with our in-house counsels to hammer out legal documents. Gaining the exposure to different aspects of the business makes my job that much interesting.
What skills have you found to be the most useful in your position?: People skills and communication skills. Being able to work effectively and comfortably with others--be it colleagues or clients--and communicating clearly and succinctly makes work that much efficient and enjoyable.
How has Citi supported your career development?: Citi reads my mind. I am given specific assignments and training opportunities that are interesting, challenging and constructive whenever I start feeling the need. Taking Citi’s global presence into consideration, I also know that going forward, there will always be opportunities out there to build my career beyond a country’s border.
What is the most interesting fact about yourself?: Perhaps the fact that I am a third generation banker in my family, as my father and grandfather both spent their whole careers in the corporate banking industry. Thus, I had always felt that entering this industry was hereditary.

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