Junior Legal Negotiator, Citi

Citi

Location:
United Kingdom, Belfast

Category:
Legal

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Job Description:

The Junior Legal Negotiator is a non-attorney role responsible for providing Transaction Management advice and support. The role involves negotiating contracts, managing documentation, and supporting Citi’s Markets Legal Contract Management Team while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Job Responsibility:

Facilitate the review, drafting and negotiation of contracts and standard documentation for the relevant Citi business
Conduct business negotiations with senior peers in a timely, thorough, and efficient manner
Engage with the firm's institutional clients and their internal/external counsel and collaborates with Citi’s first line, legal, second line and other internal constituents during negotiations
Integrate specialized knowledge within their area to respond to queries from Citi businesses and clients regarding the contractual documentation and escalates to attorneys as required
Liaise with unresponsive customers and maintains detailed records of the negotiations
Stay abreast of new and changing regulatory and legal issues and industry initiatives and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements
Advise the Risk function and business partners on risks and associated documentation requirements based on product and relevant jurisdiction(s)
Assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citi, its clients and assets.

Requirements:

Relevant industry experience, preferably with some experience working in an in-house legal role within financial services
Contractual and documentation negotiation experience in a large institutional setting
Proven record of completing complex documentation within very tight time deadlines
Ability to manage complex documentation with organization and detail
Excellent interpersonal and project management skills, as well as the ability to interact and communicate effectively with Senior management
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
In-depth knowledge of legal customs and practices and understanding of the financial services industry
Bachelors/University legal degree, Master’s degree preferred.

What we offer:

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays
increasing with tenure
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
Access to an array of learning and development resources.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 15, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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