Full-Time

Senior Lead Counsel 1

Commodities

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Citigroup

Citigroup

10,001+ employees

Global financial services and banking solutions

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$186.6k - $280kAnnually

+ Incentive Awards + Retention Awards

Senior

Houston, TX, USA + 1 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA

Hybrid role requiring in-office presence.

Category
Legal
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • JD is required and a bar license to practice law
  • 5-7+ years of experience
  • Commodity industry and/or commodity-focused derivatives industry experience
  • Comprehensive knowledge of laws and practices; knowledge of trading documentation
  • Proven leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Excellent written, verbal, presentation, problem solving and analytical skills
Responsibilities
  • Provide commercial legal support in connection with Citigroup's financial and physical commodities business in North America, including energy, metals and agricultural products.
  • Advise on financial hedging, security structures as well as commodity monetization structures.
  • Negotiate and draft structured financial documentation, master and bespoke agreements commodity agreements.
  • Participate in strategic planning and development and contribute to business objectives by utilizing knowledge of industry, laws and regulations.
  • Partner with business/functional line management in recommending, developing and executing business initiatives within permissible statutory and regulatory frameworks.
  • Manage day-to-day legal activities, serving as a subject matter expert in areas of responsibility and provide senior advisory services to business partners.
  • Negotiate, coordinate and monitor management of complex legal issues and make key decisions within areas of responsibility.
  • 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.

Citigroup provides a variety of financial services to individuals, businesses, and governments around the world. Its offerings include consumer banking, credit services, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, and wealth management. The company operates in over 160 countries, allowing it to facilitate cross-border transactions and serve a diverse clientele. Citigroup's products work by leveraging its extensive global network and technology to provide efficient banking solutions, generating revenue through interest on loans, service fees, trading, and investment management. What sets Citigroup apart from its competitors is its strong focus on sustainability and social responsibility, as demonstrated by its investments in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. The company's goal is to create a positive financial and social impact while ensuring growth and profitability.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$59.8M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1812

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

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What makes Citigroup unique

  • Citi operates in over 160 countries, offering a vast global network.
  • The company integrates technological innovations for seamless banking solutions.
  • Citi's commitment to ESG initiatives sets it apart in sustainability efforts.

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