Global Legal Counsel for Prime Finance

3 weeks ago

Hong Kong, Central and Western District, Hong Kong SAR China Citi Full time

Citi is a global bank that offers a range of financial services. We are currently looking for a skilled attorney to join our team as Global Legal Counsel for Prime Finance.

Job Overview

This role is responsible for providing legal guidance and support to the Prime Finance business, covering all aspects of prime finance from onboarding negotiations to advising on new products and initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of international laws, regulations, and practices, as well as experience with complex deals and negotiation skills.

The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team that empowers and protects Citi by providing legal, compliance, investigative, and security services. As a key member of this team, you will contribute to the development of proactive, risk-appropriate, and commercially practical solutions that meet the needs of the business.

Responsibilities
  • Provide legal counsel to the Business, participating in strategic initiatives, providing subject matter expertise and interpretations of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and industry practices
  • Objectively evaluate Business proposals by applying institutional knowledge and risk appetite against industry standards, widely accepted business practices, laws, rules, and regulatory guidelines
  • Collaborate across internal lines of business and control/support functions to achieve coordinated and efficient outcomes on matters of common interest
  • Participate in BUSINESS planning and development initiatives; contribute to business 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
Requirements
  • 7+ 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
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary of $250,000 - $350,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus additional benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Our company values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.

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