Senior Lead Counsel Job at Citi (Mumbai)

Senior Lead Counsel

The Senior Lead Counsel II is a senior level position responsible for serving as...

Location

United States , Irving; Wilmington; Schaumburg; Tampa

Salary:

170000.00 - 300000.00 USD / Year

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of relevant industry experience in financial services with extensive experience in the credit card industry
excellent leadership, communication and relationship management skills
experience in working with regulators/regulatory bodies is preferred
proven ability to apply sound judgement while managing multiple assignments simultaneously in a demanding, fast-paced environment
comprehensive knowledge of federal and state consumer credit laws affecting the credit card industry, including Truth-in-Lending Act, Equal Credit Opportunity Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Electronic Funds Transfer Act, Privacy laws and UDAAP
extensive experience advising on credit card matters, including: credit card account origination and issuance
marketing materials and consumer disclosures and collateral
rewards programs
digital applications, interfaces and wallets
issue identification and remediation

Job Responsibility

Legal counsel to the Citi Retail Services business, supporting strategic retail partner initiatives for private label and co-branded credit cards, providing subject matter expertise and interpretations of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and industry practices, and advising management on all manner of legal matters and risks impacting the business
providing advisory services in respect of business decisions by applying institutional knowledge against credit card industry standards, widely accepted business practices, laws, rules, and regulatory guidelines, escalating where appropriate
collaborating across internal lines of business and control/support functions to achieve coordinated and efficient outcomes on matters of common interest
coordinates closely with the other consumer Legal teams
serving as business partner and advisor to business stakeholders and functional partners (e.g., Risk, Finance, Compliance) by participating in planning and development initiatives
contributing to business objectives by using knowledge of credit card industry, laws, and regulations
actively participating in various risk reviews, governance and control forums while demonstrating keen awareness of issues that could cause financial, reputational, or legal consequences
proactively identifying, evaluating and contributing to the appropriate management of legal, regulatory, and reputational risk through cross-function collaboration, following relevant legal developments, participating in internal projects, and escalating as appropriate
managing day-to-day legal activities as a subject matter expert in area of responsibility and provide senior advisory services to business partners regarding retail partner credit card programs
negotiating, coordinating, and monitoring management of complex legal issues and making key decisions within area of responsibility, escalating where necessary

What we offer

medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
life, accident, and disability insurance
wellness programs
paid time off packages, including planned vacation, unplanned sick leave and paid holidays

Fulltime

Senior Lead Counsel - Corporate Law - Senior Vice President

The Senior Lead Counsel (Proprietary M&A and Strategic Investments Legal) is a s...

Location

Ireland , Dublin

Salary:

119760.00 - 179640.00 EUR / Year

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Relevant industry experience, preferably in financial services
Banking or financial industry experience, including laws related to banking regulations
Comprehensive knowledge of laws, regulations and practices while staying abreast of regulatory and legal environment, internal policies and industry trends that impact the business
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
Proven ability to apply sound judgement while managing assignments in a demanding, fast-paced environment
Bar license or legal qualification in good standing to practice law in the United Kingdom (England and Wales)
Juris Doctorate or equivalent law degree

Job Responsibility

Prepares, executes, and advises the business on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures (including sell downs or spin offs), strategic joint ventures and strategic investments involving businesses or assets that are or will be integrated into Citi’s management and financial reporting structure
Responsible for legal issues and other disputes through preventative and proactive legal advice and identifying risk relating to M&A and Strategic Investment transactions
Serves as a recognized subject matter expert to senior management or key regional management and/or primary advisor to senior business stakeholders, functional partners (e.g., Risk, Compliance, Finance, CAO, CCO), the Legal Management Council (LMC), Practice Group Heads, and/or Regional/Country Leadership on legal issues related to M&A and Strategic Investments
A recognized subject matter expert who substantially influences the way things are done within Citi and/or the legal/financial services industry as it relates to M&A and Strategic Investments
their area of responsibility and has primary accountability for the end results
Responsible for providing Citi businesses and functions with legal counsel
supporting strategic initiatives and product/service launches, providing subject matter expertise and interpretations of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and industry practices, and advising business management/leadership on all manners of legal matters related to M&A and Strategic Investments
Represent the firm both internally and externally with clients, government bodies or other organizations, typically serving at the most senior level as part of the senior management team
Anticipate, evaluate, and appropriately respond to developments in local and international laws and regulations that impact relevant Citi activities as it relates to M&A and Strategic Investments
assist the firm in evolving to meet marketplace and client needs

What we offer

Business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week)
Competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed)
Additional benefits that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well

Fulltime

Senior Lead Counsel Director Digital Banking Legal

The Senior Lead Counsel 2 serves as a strategic advisor and subject matter exper...

Location

United States , Irving

Salary:

170000.00 - 300000.00 USD / Year

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of relevant legal experience, including financial services and/or in-house roles
Expertise in digital banking, consumer payments, or fintech (including Zelle, Paze, or similar networks)
Strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and payment network rules
Experience supporting digital products and regulatory exams preferred
Proven ability to manage complex matters and deliver practical, business-focused solutions
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills
Active bar license in good standing

Job Responsibility

Provide Citi businesses and functions with legal counsel related to digital consumer capabilities, including consumer payments (Zelle, Paze), digital acquisition, and the Digital Payment Hub
Support strategic initiatives and product/service launches, advising on all aspects of the customer experience and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and network rules
Advise senior management on legal matters, applying deep institutional knowledge and identifying when escalation is required
Deliver advisory services on business decisions in alignment with industry standards, regulatory expectations, and best practices in digital payments and consumer financial services
Serve as a key legal advisor on the Digital Payment Hub, which enables customers to establish and manage multiple types of payments
Provide legal guidance on digital consumer acquisition strategies and related regulatory and compliance considerations
Play a pivotal role in regulatory exams and supervisory engagements involving Citi's digital capabilities, including preparation, response coordination, and issue remediation
Collaborate across lines of business and control functions (e.g., Risk, Compliance, ICRM) to drive coordinated and efficient outcomes
Partner closely with legal peers and stakeholders across geographies to ensure alignment and consistency of approach
Lead workstreams analyzing the impact of emerging and existing laws and regulations affecting digital payments and consumer products

What we offer

medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
life, accident, and disability insurance
wellness programs
paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays

Fulltime

Senior Lead Counsel - Futures and Derivatives Clearing - Director

To provide senior legal advice and support in relation to Citi’s Futures and Der...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Significant relevant industry experience with some experience working in an in-house legal role in financial services
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, organizational and relationship management skills
Experience in working with regulators/regulatory bodies is preferred
Proven ability to apply sound judgement while managing multiple assignments simultaneously in a demanding, fast-paced environment
Comprehensive knowledge of international, multi-jurisdictional laws, regulations and practices while staying abreast of regulatory and legal environment, internal policies and industry trends that impact the Business
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
Practising certificate in good standing to practice law
Educated to degree level and will have obtained a legal qualification in a relevant jurisdiction

Job Responsibility

Acting as lead legal advisor to the FDC business and related operational teams, 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
Objectively evaluating Business proposals by applying institutional knowledge and risk appetite against industry standards, widely accepted business practices, laws, rules, and regulatory guidelines, escalating as appropriate
Collaborating 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
Participating in business planning and development initiatives
contribute to business objectives by providing thought leadership using knowledge of industry, laws, and regulations
Proactively identifying, evaluating, and contributing to the appropriate management of legal, regulatory, and reputational risk by collaborating with Independent Compliance Risk Management, following relevant legal developments, participating in internal projects, escalating as appropriate
Managing day-to-day legal activities as a subject matter expert in area of responsibility and provide advisory services to business partners
Monitoring management of complex legal issues and transactions, escalating when necessary
Appropriately assessing 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 behaviour, 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

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

Fulltime

Senior Lead Counsel - Product

The Senior Lead Counsel II is a senior level position responsible for serving as...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

170000.00 - 300000.00 USD / Year

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must have experience in structured finance, securitizations, lending facilities and derivatives
Should have experience in a broad range of asset-backed products, including auto loans, consumer loans, credit cards, trade receivables and CLOs, preferably with global exposure
Must be collaborative
10+ years of relevant industry experience with some experience working in an in-house legal role in financial services
NY Bar license in good standing to practice law
Proven ability to apply sound judgement while managing multiple assignments simultaneously in a demanding, fast-paced environment
Comprehensive knowledge of international, multi-jurisdictional laws, regulations and practices while staying abreast of regulatory and legal environment, internal policies and industry trends that impact the Business
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
Experience in working with regulators/regulatory bodies is preferred

Job Responsibility

Responsible for providing legal counsel to the Business, supporting strategic initiatives, providing subject matter expertise and interpretations of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and industry practices, and advising business management/leadership on all manner of legal matters and risks impacting the business
Provides advisory services in respect of business decisions by applying institutional knowledge against industry standards, widely accepted business practices, laws, rules, and regulatory guidelines, escalating where appropriate
Collaborates 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
Serves as business partner and advisor to business stakeholders and functional partners (e.g., Risk, Compliance) by participating in planning and development initiatives
contribute to business objectives by using knowledge of industry, laws, and regulations
Actively participates in various risk reviews, governance and control forums while demonstrating keen awareness of issues that could cause financial, reputational, or legal consequences
Proactively identifies, evaluates and contributes to the appropriate management of legal, regulatory, and reputational risk through cross-function collaboration, following relevant legal developments, participating in internal projects, and escalating as appropriate
Manages day-to-day legal activities as a subject matter expert in area of responsibility and provide senior advisory services to business partners
Negotiates, coordinates, and monitors management of complex legal issues and make key decisions within area of responsibility, escalating where necessary

What we offer

Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
Life, accident & disability insurance
Wellness programs
Paid time off packages including planned time off, unplanned time off and paid holidays

Fulltime

Senior Lead Counsel 1 - Enterprise

The Senior Lead Counsel 1 is a senior level position responsible for providing C...

Location

India , Mumbai

Salary:

Not provided

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

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

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

Fulltime

Senior Counsel, Senior AVP- Commercial Lending

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Counsel (Senior AVP) to support its Commercial B...

Location

United States , Charlotte; Chicago; Irving; Minneapolis

Salary:

139000.00 - 239000.00 USD / Year

Wells Fargo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

4+ years of Law experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Active State Bar membership or the equivalent in a country outside the United States

Job Responsibility

Draft complex legal documents, review and negotiate documents prepared by outside counsel
Provide guidance to internal clients on legal matters to assist with legal risk assessment, planning and policy decisions, claims against the Company, probability of loss, and develop cost-effective risk mitigation strategies
Lead or participate in moderately complex initiatives and deliverables and contribute to large-scale planning
Provide legal advice and represent the Company in highly complex transactions, negotiations, settlement discussions, and claims related legal issues
Review and analyze moderately complex challenges that require an in-depth evaluation of variable factors
Independently resolve moderately complex issues and lead team to meet deliverables
Identify and analyze complex legal issues, develop conclusions, and make recommendations for issue resolution
Develop the strategic direction for certain claims functions and management of related policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate risk
Educate, train, and supervise less experienced attorneys within the Legal department
Collaborate with peers, colleagues, and mid-level managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

What we offer

Health benefits
401(k) Plan
Paid time off
Disability benefits
Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
Parental leave
Critical caregiving leave
Discounts and savings
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement

Fulltime

Wholesale Credit Risk Data Quality Analytics and Reporting Senior Lead Analyst- Senior Vice President

Location

India , Pune

Salary:

Not provided

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

15+ years of experience in Banking or Finance industry preferred
12+ years of experience on working with Wholesale Credit Risk dataset
Experience / Certifications in Agile Methodology preferred
Experience monitoring and managing Data Quality on an ongoing basis, including identifying and resolving issues
executing against Data Quality strategies and policies
Communicates effectively, develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
able to drive consensus, and influence relationships at all levels
Collaborates effectively by building partnerships and working well with others to meet shared objectives
Strong negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills across a variety of stakeholders at different levels
Optimizes work processes by balancing effective / efficient processes with a focus on continuous improvement. Demonstrates ability to balance between understanding the big picture while paying close attention to detail

Job Responsibility

Directs key initiatives within the business through the collection, analysis, review, reporting, documentation and communication of business needs and requirements
Manages resource allocation of work on key projects/initiatives
Deals with complex and highly variable issues with substantial potential business impact
Applies ingenuity and creativity to problem analysis and resolution in complicated and/or novel situations
Acts as an advisor or coach to new or lower-level personnel in the business processes and procedures of the business
Provides in-depth and sophisticated analysis with interpretive thinking to define problems and develop innovative solutions
Influences strategic functional decisions through advice, counsel or provided services that have direct impact on the business
Designs/analyzes complex reports to satisfy management requirements
Uses broad discretion in developing solutions for broad-based business reporting issues
Leads reengineering efforts in business's methodology, strategy, and organizational goals

Fulltime

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