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Citigroup Senior Lead Counsel, Custody Legal, SVP in Tampa, Florida
Citi is seeking a qualified senior attorney for the North America (NAM) Custody legal team supporting Citi’s global Securities Investor Services business. The role supports the custody business and interacts with regional and global businesses and control functions (including product and regulatory legal, risk, and compliance) and requires a pragmatic, proactive attorney with knowledge of securities transactions, clearing, settlements and operations, preferably in connection with a custody business or similar businesses, e.g. prime brokerage or fully disclosed clearing. The overall objective of this role is to provide legal support, advice and guidance, including across a broad range of practice areas[, assisting the business with strategic decisions and the development of proactive, risk-appropriate, and commercially practical business-oriented solutions.
Responsibilities:
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
Manages day-to-day legal activities as a subject matter expert in area of responsibility and provide advisory services to business partners
Partner with business/functional line management in recommending, developing and executing business initiatives within permissible statutory and regulatory frameworks
Collaborate across internal lines of business and control/support functions to achieve coordinated and efficient outcomes on matters of common interest; coordinate closely with the Legal team on a regional and global basis
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
Manage day-to-day legal activities as a subject matter expert in area of responsibility and provide senior advisory services to business partners
Negotiate, coordinate and monitor management of complex legal issues and make key decisions and provide strategic vision
Proactively identifies, evaluates, and contributes 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
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
Qualifications:
7+ years of relevant industry experience, preferably in financial services
Banking or financial industry experience, including laws related to national banks
Securities and secured transactions law experience, including UCC Articles 8 and 9 or similar international laws
An understanding of the service requirements for a securities intermediary (settlement, clearing, safekeeping, asset management, data, and financial operations)
Familiarity with digital assets services developments preferred
Proven analytical and organizational skills
Consistently demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication for consumption by business persons
Knowledge of international laws, regulations and practices while staying abreast of regulatory and legal environment, internal policies and industry trends that impact the business
Effective communication and negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain trusted relationships
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and relationship management skills
Bar license in good standing to practice law
Education:
- Juris Doctorate or equivalent law degree
Job Family Group:
Legal
Job Family:
Legal - Product
Time Type:
Full time
Primary Location:
Tampa Florida United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$169,040.00 - $253,560.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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