Legal Support Lead Officer - Corporate Governance, Citi

Citi

Location:
United States, Tampa

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

103920.00 - 155880.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Legal Support Lead Officer role requires a pragmatic, proactive legal professional to provide support to Citi's Deputy Corporate Secretary and the Corporate Governance Legal team. The Deputy Corporate Secretary and Corporate Governance Legal team provide legal support and guidance to the Boards of Directors and Board Committees of Citigroup Inc. and Citibank, N.A. as well as certain other subsidiaries, are responsible for Citi's Proxy Statement and Annual Shareholders' Meeting, operate Citi's Shareholder Relations function, and shape and guide governance practices and policies for the Company.

Job Responsibility:

Manages execution, review, processing and tracking of legal documentation and records
Assists with corporate reorganization transactions
Drafts and prepares materials for annual shareholder and subsidiary board meetings
Drafts subsidiary board meeting minutes and mergers/transactional agreements
Assists with preparation for meetings of the Nomination, Governance and Public Affairs Committee
Interacts with senior leaders and internal/external peers to gather information
Provides evidence of oversight and closure of Board-owned milestones under regulation
Responds to audit requests from second and third lines of defense
Conducts research and applies institutional knowledge to identify solutions
Participates in legal programs and projects for process improvements
Acts as quality review checker for MCAs requirements
Oversees regular governance duties for subsidiary compliance
Makes updates to Citi Legal Entity Management System (CLEMS) database
Provides support for Board and Committee meetings, briefings, and tutorials
Maintains database of reports presented to Board and Committees
Maintains corporate records including minute books and Board materials distributions
Prepares Secretary and Incumbency certificates
Assists in responding to corporate governance surveys
Coordinates completion of questionnaires and filings
Manages legal vehicles including preparing board materials and necessary filings

Requirements:

6-10 years of relevant industry experience
Experience as an in-house legal professional supporting corporate secretarial work within financial services
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Excellent interpersonal and project management skills
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with senior management
Ability to manage complex documentation with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work with confidential information with appropriate care and discretion
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
In-depth knowledge of legal customs and practices
Knowledge and understanding of the financial services industry

What we offer:

Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Wellness programs
Paid time off packages including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
Discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
October 15, 2025

Expiration:
October 21, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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Legal Support Lead Officer - Corporate Governance

Citi

Location:United States, Tampa

Category:Legal

Contract Type:Employment contract