The Senior Lead Counsel 1 (Litigation) is a senior level position responsible for serving as subject matter expert and legal advisor to business stakeholders, functional partners, and the Legal Management Committee by providing counsel and thought leadership on all aspects of legal matters related to Litigation. The overall objective of this role is to provide legal support, advice, and guidance across Litigation and Citi Businesses and Functions. This role requires a pragmatic, proactive attorney with thorough understanding of Litigation, combined with a solid conceptual / practical grounding in the laws and regulations for the geographies in which we operate as it relates to Litigation. Provides input into strategic decisions, exercising sound legal judgement to develop proactive, risk-appropriate, and commercially business-oriented solutions. This is not a manager. **Responsibilities:** + Prepares, executes, and advises the business by defending issuers, underwriters, investment advisors, officers, and directors in anti-trust litigation, regulatory investigations, and class actions brought by or against Citi anywhere in the world + Serve as a key advisor and business partner to senior stakeholders on litigation issues throughout the Company + Manage the collection and processing of documents, including electronically stored information, required for internal or external investigations, litigation, or regulatory actions + Responsible for managing litigation through preventative and proactive legal advice and identifying risk + Serves as a recognized subject matter expert to senior management or key regional management and/or primary advisor to senior business stakeholders, functional partners (e.g., Risk, Compliance, Finance, CAO, CCO), the Legal Management Council (LMC), Practice Group Heads, and/or Regional/Country Leadership + A recognized subject matter expert who substantially influences the way things are done within Litigation service within Citi and/or the legal/financial services industry; their area of responsibility and has primary accountability for the end results + Responsible for providing Citi businesses and functions with legal counsel; supporting strategic initiatives and product/service launches, providing subject matter expertise and interpretations of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and industry practices, and advising business management/leadership on all manners of legal matters related to Litigation + Represent the firm both internally and externally with clients, government bodies or other organizations, typically serving at the most senior level as part of the senior management team + Anticipate, evaluate, and appropriately respond to developments in local and international Litigation and regulations that impact relevant Citi activities; assist the firm in evolving to meet marketplace and client needs + Proactively identify, evaluate, and contribute to the appropriate management of legal, regulatory, and reputational risk by collaborating with ICRM & Risk, following relevant legal developments, participating in internal projects, and performing other related tasks + Contribute to planning and development initiatives; contribute to objectives by providing thought leadership using knowledge of industry, laws, and regulations + Monitors management of complex issues and transactions, impacting the Legal Department or the business and escalating necessary issues + Advise in complex negotiations with vendors, customers, partners, and other parties, escalating when necessary + Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards **Qualifications:** + 7+ years of relevant industry experience, preferably in financial services + Banking or financial industry experience, including laws related to banking regulations + Comprehensive 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 leadership, 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 **Education:** + Juris Doctorate or equivalent law degree ------------------------------------------------------ **Job Family Group:** Legal ------------------------------------------------------ **Job Family:** Legal - Enterprise ------------------------------------------------------ **Time Type:** Full time ------------------------------------------------------ **Primary Location:** Irving Texas United States ------------------------------------------------------ **Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:** $186,640.00 - $279,960.00 In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire. ------------------------------------------------------ **Anticipated Posting Close Date:** Dec 18, 2024 ------------------------------------------------------ Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 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