Human Resources Management Associate Program (HRMA) – Leadership Development

Job Description

Human Resources Management Associate Program (HRMA) | Citi

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Citi, located in New York, NY. Citi is a global financial services organization where its people are recognized as one of its greatest competitive advantages. This two-year leadership development program for MBA and Master’s candidates is designed to cultivate future leaders who are passionate about people, business, and creating meaningful organizational impact. Associates will partner with leaders across a global organization to solve complex business challenges, influence critical talent decisions, and drive initiatives that shape how Citi attracts, develops, and empowers its workforce.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, New York, NY
• Pay: $130000 yearly
• Mission: To accelerate leadership growth by working on high-impact initiatives that support Citi’s strategic priorities and shape the employee experience.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Data Analysis: Analyze data and translate complex insights into actionable recommendations that support Citi’s strategic priorities and enhance talent initiatives.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with diverse stakeholders across the global organization to solve complex organizational and talent challenges, influencing outcomes effectively.
• Project Leadership: Contribute to and lead high-impact initiatives from strategy through execution, driving business performance, workforce effectiveness, and organizational success.
• Senior Leadership Engagement: Develop compelling presentations and present well-reasoned recommendations directly to senior leaders and decision-makers.
• Innovation & Impact: Challenge existing approaches and identify innovative solutions that create meaningful, lasting impact on the employee experience and organizational excellence.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Master’s Degree (MBA or relevant) with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027. This program is specifically designed to develop future leaders in Human Resources.
• Experience: 3-5 years of full-time professional work experience. Demonstrated leadership experience is required through professional, academic, or community involvement.
• Skills: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for complex problem-solving; excellent communication and relationship-building abilities to influence and collaborate; adaptability, resilience, and comfort navigating ambiguity in a global environment; demonstrated ability to influence, collaborate, and drive results across diverse teams.
• Bonus: Willingness to relocate for developmental opportunities. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.