Senior Legal Counsel

1 week ago

Antrim Co Antrim, 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 counselling skills to Citi's Legal Team
By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organization whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

The Lead Counsel is a senior level position responsible for providing legal guidance and thought leadership to the Services business, comprising of Cash Management, Trade Services and Security Services. The overall objective of this role is to provide legal support, advice, and guidance to the Services business. This role is uniquely broad in application, allowing for greater flexibility and growth opportunities within an expanded Business area.
This role requires a pragmatic, flexible and proactive attorney with thorough understanding of the Business, combined with a solid conceptual / practical grounding in the laws and regulations for the geographies in which we operate. This role provides input into strategic decisions, exercising sound legal judgement to develop proactive, risk-appropriate, and commercially practical business-oriented solutions.

In this position, you will appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards. You will be responsible for providing legal counsel to the Business, participating in strategic initiatives, providing subject matter expertise and interpretations of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and industry practices, and advising business management on legal matters impacting the business.
Partner with legal peers to objectively evaluate business proposals by applying institutional knowledge and risk appetite against industry standards, widely accepted business practices, laws, rules, and regulatory guidelines, escalating as appropriate.
coordinate closely with the Legal team on a regional and global basis.
contributes to business objectives by providing thought leadership using knowledge of industry, laws, and regulations.
Proactively identify, evaluate, and contribute to the appropriate management of legal, regulatory, and reputational risk by collaborating with ICRM & Risk, following relevant legal developments, participating in internal projects, escalating as appropriate.
Manage day-to-day legal activities as a subject matter expert in area of responsibility and provide advisory services to business partners, namely the Services Business.
Lead complex legal issues and transactions with external clients, escalating when necessary.
Relevant industry experience, preferably in financial services or b anking, including laws related to banking regulations.
Preferably, knowledge of international laws, regulations and practices and experience with complex deals
Demonstrated ability to analyze issues and develop legal solutions.
Juris Doctorate or equivalent law degree
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
We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.

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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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