Overview
The Counsel I role is an entry level position responsible for delivering legal guidance and support to the business. The role focuses on providing legal advice, documentation support, and regulatory guidance to help business teams operate in compliance with applicable rules and internal policies.
Job Purpose
The selected candidate will assist with negotiating markets trading documentation for Citi’s markets sales and trading desks and fund services across the Asia Pacific (AP) region.
Key Responsibilities
- Negotiate and prepare trading documentation including ISDA Master Agreements, Global Master Repurchase Agreements, Global Master Securities Lending Agreements, CDEA, and related markets documentation. This also includes ancillary trading documents and the review of corporate, security, and collateral documentation.
- Carry out due diligence to confirm that agreements are enforceable and satisfy the well-founded basis standard under applicable capital regulations.
- Coordinate and track deviation approvals while ensuring documentation complies with legal requirements, regulatory standards, and Citi policies.
- Provide legal advice and guidance across multiple practice areas while evaluating the risk implications of business decisions and ensuring adherence to laws, regulations, and internal policy frameworks.
- Manage data input related to trading documentation and collaborate with regional support teams regarding documentation systems, updates, and queries.
- Participate in global regulatory and documentation remediation initiatives related to trading documentation.
Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within teams and adapt to changing requirements.
- Negotiation capability with the ability to work with colleagues across business and support functions at different levels of seniority.
- Understanding of legal practices and familiarity with the financial services industry is preferred.
Qualifications
Education: LLB
Experience: 0 to 2 years
Citi is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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- LLB
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Citi
Citi, officially known as Citigroup Inc., is a leading global financial services corporation headquartered in New York City. Founded in 1812 as the City Bank of New York, Citi has grown into one of the world's largest and most diversified banking institutions, serving millions of customers across more than 160 countries. The company offers a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management.
Citi's mission is to enable progress by providing responsible financial solutions that meet the needs of individuals, businesses, and governments worldwide. With over 200,000 employees, Citi maintains a strong market position as a trusted and innovative player in the global financial sector. Recent initiatives include advancing digital banking capabilities, expanding sustainable finance commitments, and supporting economic recovery efforts in various regions. Citi continues to be recognized for its leadership in global banking, its commitment to diversity and inclusion, and its role in shaping the future of finance.
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