Senior Lead Counsel (Markets) at Citi

Bogota, Capital District, RAP (Especial) Central, Colombia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Counsel, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Contract Law, Negotiation Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Relationship Management, Legal Strategies, Legal Procedures, Financial Services, Banking Regulations, Complex Deals, Judgement, Industry Knowledge, Thought Leadership

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Provides input into strategic decisions, exercising sound legal judgement to develop proactive, risk-appropriate, and commercially practical business-oriented solutions. Responsible for providing legal counsel to the Business, 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 evaluates Business proposals by applying institutional knowledge and risk appetite against industry standards, widely accepted business practices, laws, rules, and regulatory guidelines, escalating as 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 Participates in BUSINESS planning and development initiatives; contribute to business objectives by providing thought leadership using knowledge of industry, laws, and regulations Proactively identifies, evaluates, and contributes to the appropriate management of legal, regulatory, and reputational risk by collaborating with ICRM & Risk, following relevant legal developments, participating in internal projects, escalating as appropriate Manages day-to-day legal activities as a subject matter expert in area of responsibility and provide advisory services to business partners Monitors management of complex legal issues and transactions, escalating when necessary 10+ years of relevant industry experience, preferably in financial services Banking or financial industry experience, including laws related to banking regulations Knowledge of international 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 interpersonal, organizational and relationship management skills Proven ability to apply sound judgement while managing assignments in a demanding, fast-paced environment Bar license in good standing to practice law High level English is required Juris Doctorate or equivalent law degree Specialization or postgraduate degree in financial, banking, commercial regime (preferred) ------------------------------------------------------ Contract Law, Law Practice, Legal Compliance, Legal Procedures, Legal Risk, Legal Strategies. ------------------------------------------------------

Responsibilities

The Senior Lead Counsel provides legal counsel to the business, participating in strategic initiatives and advising management on legal matters. They evaluate business proposals and collaborate across internal lines to achieve efficient outcomes.