Senior Lead Counsel 1 - Enterprise Job at Citi (Mumbai)

Job Description

The Senior Lead Counsel 1 is a senior level position responsible for providing Citi businesses and functions with legal counsel and thought leadership on all matters related to Technology, Operations and Privacy, with a focus on the vendor procurement and commercial transactions space. The overall objective of this role is to provide commercial legal support, advice, and guidance across a broad range of practice areas such as Procurement, Outsourcing, Data Privacy, Banking Secrecy, Operational Resilience, Technology Risk Management, Cybersecurity, for all businesses in the bank.

Job Responsibility

Provide Citi businesses and functions with legal counsel on all matters pertaining to technology and operations
supporting strategic initiatives and product/service launches
providing subject matter expertise and interpretations of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and industry practices
advising business management/leadership on all types of legal matters, in particular in relation to vendor procurement and commercial transactions
Objectively evaluate Technology business decisions by applying institutional knowledge against industry standard, widely accepted business practices, laws, rules, and regulatory guidelines, escalating as appropriate
Collaborate across internal lines of business and control/support functions as well as global geographies to achieve coordinated and efficient outcomes on matters related to Citi’s Technology businesses and its operations
coordinate closely with legal peers aligned to associated businesses
Participate in planning and development initiatives
contribute to 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 other control functions like Compliance and Risk, following relevant legal developments, participating in internal projects, and performing other related tasks
Manage day-to-day legal activities such as providing commercial legal support, in particular reviewing and advising on a wide range of general commercial contracts (for e.g. master service agreements, hosting services agreements, licensing agreements, SOWs, Work Orders, NDAs etc), as a subject matter expert and provide legal advisory services to business partners or internal stakeholders
Monitor management of complex legal issues, escalating when necessary
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

Requirements

15+ years PQE, preferably in practice or in-house at a global or regional bank / financial institution or Information Technology company
Substantial experience with general commercial/contractual/transactional work essential
Knowledge and understanding of relevant laws, regulations (including but not limited to Outsourcing, Data Privacy, Banking Secrecy, Operational Resilience, Technology Risk Management, Cybersecurity) and practices as well as industry trends that impact Citi’s Technology businesses and its operations are essential
Regional (Asia), multi-jurisdictional experience or cross border experience required
Bar license in good standing to practice law
LL.B. (Bachelor of Law) or equivalent
Be a skilled commercial lawyer and negotiator
Ability to work independently and with initiative on complex transactions, with a focus on applicable Asia Pac legal and regulatory requirements
An enthusiastic team player who can actively work with colleagues in different countries or regional clusters while managing a diverse and significant range of transactional work
A self-starter who will take initiative in managing complex legal matters, supporting transactional activities, and mitigating risks
Experience with complex deals, demonstrated ability to analyze issues and develop legal solutions
Effective communication and negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain trusted relationships
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, organizational and relationship management skills
Strong time and project management skills - ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
Team player and with positive attitude
Proven ability to apply sound judgement while managing assignments in a demanding, fast-paced environment

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