This file contains a description of a current Citi employee and description of the employee experience through a set of questions and answers. Thus far, it has been an extremely enjoyable ride. I grew up wanting to work for Citi – perhaps it was the brand equity that did it for me. In short, there was NO other organization that I wanted to work for after graduation.

I started out as an intern and was offered the management associate position a year prior to graduation. I have not looked back since.

There will always be opportunities outside the organization that may be tempting. At the end of the day, we have to ask ourselves, if we want to grow as individuals and have a great career, Citi is the place to be.

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To know that I can make a difference

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Hard skills - Credit lending, Legal, Tax, Finance skills.
Soft skills – the Art of Selling and Presenting, EQ

]]> I enjoy the mentoring program tremendously. My constant dialogue with my mentor (previously as an intern and Management Associate) had really helped path the way and provided clarity and direction for me.

With that personal experience, I passionately feel that if one takes the mentorship seriously, we can encourage strong, loyal and mature individuals who make that personal choice to work for Citi – for the love of Citi.

]]> That would have to be Citi and only Citi. I cannot imagine myself in another organization.

]]> Golf. Citi is not one organization that time watch. The management believes in the contribution of each individual and encourages each employee to pursue their personal interests. Afterall, it is important to have work life balance.

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Name: Ong Shi Wei

Title: Vice President

Education: MBA Strategy, Manchester Business School

Program: Management Associate Program

Level: associate

Region: Association of Southeast Asian Nations

If asked about your career at a dinner party, how would you describe it?: Thus far, it has been an extremely enjoyable ride. I grew up wanting to work for Citi – perhaps it was the brand equity that did it for me. In short, there was NO other organization that I wanted to work for after graduation.

I started out as an intern and was offered the management associate position a year prior to graduation. I have not looked back since.

There will always be opportunities outside the organization that may be tempting. At the end of the day, we have to ask ourselves, if we want to grow as individuals and have a great career, Citi is the place to be.
Describe the most memorable experience you've ever had at Citi.: Meeting John Reed.
What about your career excites you the most - gets you out of bed in the morning?: To know that I have great bosses that believes in me.
To know that I can make a difference
What skills have you found to be the most useful in your position?: The bank believes in investing in its people for long-term growth, without which the organization cannot continuously innovate. The set of skills were acquired over time – from classroom training to on the job training, empowering the individual to think out of the box. I strongly believe these are fundamental skills that no one can take away regardless of the path one may choose to take in the future.

Hard skills - Credit lending, Legal, Tax, Finance skills.
Soft skills – the Art of Selling and Presenting, EQ
What non-work related activities do you get involved in through Citi (community, mentoring, charity)?: I enjoy the mentoring program tremendously. My constant dialogue with my mentor (previously as an intern and Management Associate) had really helped path the way and provided clarity and direction for me.

With that personal experience, I passionately feel that if one takes the mentorship seriously, we can encourage strong, loyal and mature individuals who make that personal choice to work for Citi – for the love of Citi.
Where do you see yourself in five years?: That would have to be Citi and only Citi. I cannot imagine myself in another organization.
What do you enjoy doing outside work?: Golf. Citi is not one organization that time watch. The management believes in the contribution of each individual and encourages each employee to pursue their personal interests. Afterall, it is important to have work life balance.

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