Senior Lead Counsel, Citi

Citi

Location:
United States, New York

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

The Senior Lead Counsel 2 is responsible for serving as a legal advisor to business stakeholders, functional partners, and the Legal Management Committee on all aspects of legal matters related to mergers and acquisitions. This senior-level position requires an expert understanding of the laws and regulations relevant to M&A transactions and the ability to manage risk and provide strategic advice across Citi businesses.

Job Responsibility:

Serve as a partner and advisor on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, strategic joint ventures, and strategic investments
responsible for legal issues through preventative and proactive legal advice
identify risk relating to M&A transactions
provide counsel on Corporate Law
key stakeholder in senior forums covering strategy, risk management, corporate governance, and franchise reputation
negotiate and monitor complex issues with senior leaders
proactively identify, evaluate, and contribute to the appropriate management of legal, regulatory, and reputational risk
participate in risk review and control forums
collaborate with ICRM & Risk

Requirements:

15+ years of specific relevant Corporate Law experience
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
proven ability to apply sound judgement while managing multiple assignments simultaneously
knowledge and expertise on specific laws, rules and regulations and enforcement actions related to Corporate Law
experience with complex deals
demonstrated ability to analyze issues and develop recommendations
effective communication and negotiation skills
ability to build and maintain trusted relationships
bar license in good standing to practice law

Nice to have:

experience in working with regulators/regulatory bodies
proven ability to apply sound judgement while managing multiple assignments simultaneously

What we offer:

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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
July 04, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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