This file contains a description of a current Citi employee and description of the employee experience through a set of questions and answers. Identify your strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes before looking for a role. Research jobs so that you a good idea of what they involve. At the end of the day, what makes us get up for work is whether we enjoy what we are doing and the people we work with. 

 

]]> I produced a fun internal video to showcase our achievements in that past year and our future goals. I assisted with the creative brief, convinced our regional offices to send in videos, worked with producers and film crews and was invovled in the editing process. The most memorable part was filming a really fun tug-of-war scene with other London employees outside the tube station whilst half of Canary Wharf looked on. 

]]> GTS Marketing works closely with our partners to promote the Citi brand, create origination tools and develop client communication strategies. These partners include the Global Commercial Bank (GCB), the Financial Institutions Group (FIG), and the GTS Product teams i.e. Cash, Trade Sales and Trade Services, Securities and Fund Services. We also work with Legal, Graphics and Corporate Affairs on a regular basis.

]]> Working in Marketing requires a wide range of skills. Effective verbal and written communication with colleagues and clients is the most important as we work with individuals in different teams and organisations. Additionally, good time management and the ability to multi-task is critical when juggling multiple projects and deadlines. Knowing how to use my network to assist is also key. 

]]> Prior to starting, we had 3 weeks in London for some team-building exercises, financial and accounting training. After this, we had 3 more weeks in Budapest for GTS training. We trained with analysts from across the bank when in London and with GTS analysts from more than 10 EMEA regional offices when in Budapest. Training allowed us to meet colleagues from all over the bank and outside where the locations that we are based. Mid-programme training takes place after the first year and before our final 2 rotations as the EMEA GTS Programme is 2 years long.

]]> I completed an internship with the Foreign Subsidiaries team in Corporate Client Management (now the Global Commercial Bank) in 2005.   Over 12 weeks, I was exposed to the business, the people, and the Citi culture. The knowledge that GTS is a key business with growth potential, support from my colleagues and a well-structured analyst programme were the main reasons I decided to stay at Citi.

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Name: Kar-Lyn Tan

Title: Analyst

Education: BA (Hons) Economics, Cambridge

Program: Global Transaction Services

Level: analyst

Region: Western Europe

What advice would you offer prospective candidates on transitioning from school to the workplace?

Identify your strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes before looking for a role. Research jobs so that you a good idea of what they involve. At the end of the day, what makes us get up for work is whether we enjoy what we are doing and the people we work with. 

 

Describe the most memorable experience you've ever had at Citi.

I produced a fun internal video to showcase our achievements in that past year and our future goals. I assisted with the creative brief, convinced our regional offices to send in videos, worked with producers and film crews and was invovled in the editing process. The most memorable part was filming a really fun tug-of-war scene with other London employees outside the tube station whilst half of Canary Wharf looked on. 

What other groups do you liaise with regularly within the Firm?

GTS Marketing works closely with our partners to promote the Citi brand, create origination tools and develop client communication strategies. These partners include the Global Commercial Bank (GCB), the Financial Institutions Group (FIG), and the GTS Product teams i.e. Cash, Trade Sales and Trade Services, Securities and Fund Services. We also work with Legal, Graphics and Corporate Affairs on a regular basis.

What skills have you found to be the most useful in your position?

Working in Marketing requires a wide range of skills. Effective verbal and written communication with colleagues and clients is the most important as we work with individuals in different teams and organisations. Additionally, good time management and the ability to multi-task is critical when juggling multiple projects and deadlines. Knowing how to use my network to assist is also key. 

Describe your experience in your specific training program.

Prior to starting, we had 3 weeks in London for some team-building exercises, financial and accounting training. After this, we had 3 more weeks in Budapest for GTS training. We trained with analysts from across the bank when in London and with GTS analysts from more than 10 EMEA regional offices when in Budapest. Training allowed us to meet colleagues from all over the bank and outside where the locations that we are based. Mid-programme training takes place after the first year and before our final 2 rotations as the EMEA GTS Programme is 2 years long.

How did your summer internship help you make the decision to pursue a career at Citi?

I completed an internship with the Foreign Subsidiaries team in Corporate Client Management (now the Global Commercial Bank) in 2005.   Over 12 weeks, I was exposed to the business, the people, and the Citi culture. The knowledge that GTS is a key business with growth potential, support from my colleagues and a well-structured analyst programme were the main reasons I decided to stay at Citi.

If you could have dinner with anyone (past or present) who would it be and why?

John Lennon and Tupac Shakur – just to see what happens. 

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