Job Description
Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in legal documentation, transaction management and communication to Citi’s Legal Team.
By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.
Team/Role Overview
The Legal Negotiator is a non-attorney role, responsible for representing the Markets Legal Contract Management Team in providing Transaction Management advice and support to Citi’s businesses and functions. The Transaction Management area is responsible for supporting the negotiation, transaction processes, documentation, and execution of business transactions (e.g., establishing a trading relationship, documenting transactions or services with Citi, documenting trading in securities between two or more parties).
What you’ll do
Drafting, negotiation, co-ordination, implementation and execution of a variety of master trading documentation including, but not limited to, ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes, Account Control Agreements, documentation relating to Initial Margin, Global Master Repurchase Agreements, Global Master Securities Lending Agreements and documentation relating to securities lending arrangments, Electronic trading agreements, amendments, and various ancillary documentation (e.g. guarantees and NDAs,) across a wide range of counterparty types, and in compliance with Citi’s policies and procedures.
Engage with the firm's institutional clients and their internal/external counsel as well as Citi’s first line, second line and other internal constituents during negotiations.
Integrate subject matter expertise to reply to queries from Citi businesses and clients regarding the contractual documentation and escalates to senior legal as required.
Stay abreast of new and changing regulatory and legal issues and industry initiatives and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.
Advise the Risk function and business partners on risks and associated documentation requirements based on product and relevant jurisdiction(s).
Participate in the development and implementation of key processes and controls when documenting new clients, addressing governance / control issues when they arise and escalating to senior legal where appropriate.
What we’ll need from you
Bachelors/University degree – law degree preferred.
Previous experience working in a large financial institutional setting.
Extensive knowledge negotiating a range of commercial contracts including master trading agreements and associated key trading infrastructure documentation including collateral documentation is essential.
Familiarity with OTC derivatives and securities financing transactions (SFTs).
Proven record of completing complex documentation in a challenging and changing environment.
Ability to manage complex documentation accurately and efficiently.
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills as well as the ability to interact and communicate effectively with senior management.
Previous work experience in a senior support capacity would be advantageous.
What we can offer you
We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.
By joining Citi Belfast, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:
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
Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.
Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.
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— Michael L. Corbat, CEO
| Workplace Initiatives | |
| Program for parents returning to work after Parental Leave? | Yes- Open for vacancies in November 2019 |
| Leadership development programs? | Yes |
| Mentoring programs? | Yes |
| Coaching programs? | Yes |
| Employee-led diversity networks? | Yes |
| Internal women’s networking groups? | Yes |
| Open to discussing flexible work arrangements at interview stage? | Yes |
| No. of weeks paid maternity leave at full salary: | up to 26 weeks |
| Minimum weeks tenure required to be eligible for paid maternity leave: | 26 weeks |
| No. of weeks paid paternity leave at full salary: | 2 weeks |
| Minimum tenure required to be eligible for paid paternity leave: | 26 weeks |
| Workplace Initiatives | |
| Gender pay gap reporting information 2017 (UK): | |
| Average pay gap: | 43.50% |
| Median pay gap: | 32.00% |
| Average bonus gap: | 71.60% |
| Median bonus gap: | 71.40% |
| Signatory of the UK Women in Finance Charter? | Yes |
| Targets to raise the number of women in leadership? | Yes |
| Targets to raise the number of BAME individuals in leadership? | Yes |
| Listed in the Bloomberg Diversity & Inclusion Index? | Yes |
Returner Programme
The Citi Returner Programme is a supportive hiring programme, designed to help you transition from a career break into a career within financial services. You may have worked in the finance sector, the tech sector or another industry all together! We value your knowledge, skills and experience, regardless of how and where you have developed them. We believe that hiring people from different backgrounds with diverse perspectives brings advantages to our teams.
The programme will start in January 2020 and Returners will benefit from a structured and in-depth induction to help them transition successfully back into the workplace, followed by a tailored programme of professional development and learning delivered over a period of 15-18 months, dependent on the role and career pathway.
Returners will undertake professional qualifications as part of the programme and enjoy the benefits of being part of a supportive cohort. Citi recognises the importance of flexible working arrangements and is happy to explore these with you.
Eligible candidates will –
• Have been on a career break for at least two years
• Be looking to start the next phase of their career in financial services, in a range of roles, including operations and technology
• Demonstrate natural curiosity and be motivated to learn new skills
• Exhibit excellent leadership and communication skills
The returner programme will be open for applications on the 1st September 2019.