Legal Counsel

3 weeks ago

Belfast, United Kingdom Citi Full time

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in analysis, problem solving and communication to Citi's Securities Services Legal Team
By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.



Citi's Legal Department in Belfast is a team of approximately 120 staff, covering a range of products and services across Citi's Europe, UK, Middle East and Africa Cluster. The Belfast Legal Department provides a range of services, support and advice to many business areas; incorporating transaction negotiation, master agreement negotiation, and oversight of compliance and regulatory requirements. The Custody Legal Counsel is a key role in the Belfast Securities Services Legal team, working closely with the product desks across Europe, UK, Middle East and Africa and acting as an important partner to provide advice and assistance at all stages of the product lifecycle.



Advise the Custody business, on all aspects of legal risk as it pertains to their business - with respect to (i) negotiations with key platinum clients; (ii) risk issues which materialize in the business; and (iii) regulatory change implementation and associated issues relating to key regulations relevant to the Custody business.
Review and negotiate a wide variety of custody legal documentation with internal and external customers to reach agreement on the contents of same, through telephonic or electronic negotiation, and in line with the Securities Services negotiation guidelines as applicable
Provision of legal guidance and expertise to the Custody Services business lines throughout Europe, UK, Middle East and Africa on relevant Custody product and product development matters including general advice and negotiation and drafting of transaction documentation, contracts and development of relevant templates.
Understand the various legal and regulatory requirements of the Custody business and providing legal support in respect of same
Manage day-to-day legal activities, serving as a subject matter expert in area of responsibility and provide advisory services to business partners
Build relationships with various internal stakeholders such as local legal counsels, product, risk, relationship managers and implementation contacts. Partnering with the said internal stakeholders to assess and implement new regulatory requirements, new initiatives/product offerings including assistance with the product approval process .
Experience working in a fast-paced corporate legal department, law firm, financial services or related industry.
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws and practices relevant to the product areas and banking/ financial services industry.
Exhibits confidence and agility in challenging times, and can effectively manage a busy workload comprising work from different financial product areas.
You must have a high-quality academic record including a Bachelors/ University degree qualification in the relevant discipline of law or equivalent. You will be instrumental in providing legal support and gaining experience in a wide range of product documentation in Custody across a multitude of jurisdictions.


We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. By joining Citi Belfast, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:
Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; A discretional annual performance related bonus
Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
Employee Assistance Program
Pension Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


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