Negotiation Associate Officer at Citi

Job Description

Negotiation Associate Officer Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution Citis Legal Department in Belfast is a team of approximately 130 staff, covering a range of products and services across Citis Europe Middle East and Africaregion. 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 Belfast Legal Department provides a range of services, support and advice to many business areas with a particular focus on Citis Institutional Client Group; incorporating transaction negotiation, master agreement negotiation, and oversight of complianceand regulatory requirements. What youll do This role will involve working closely with Citis external clients as well as the Sales, EMEA and Global Product Heads for the respective business line and Citi Product Legal Counsel in negotiating, reviewing and analysing a variety of legal documentationincluding, but not limited to, ISDA, Credit Support Annexes, EFET Master Agreements, GMRA, Account Control Agreements, Side Letters, amendments and various ancillary documentation (e.g. guarantees, novation agreements and NDAs) across a wide range of counterpartytypes, in compliance with Citis policies and procedures.

• Negotiating/reviewing legal agreements with internal/external customers to reach agreement on the contents of the Banks legal documentation, through telephonic or electronic negotiation and legal lock in sessions / client meetings (where required).
• Close liaison with internal businesses/Product Legal and Country Counsel based in a number of different jurisdictions in connection with the negotiation of legal agreements in the relevant business area. Convey strong commercial awareness and understandingof the desks priorities by ensuring prioritisation of file load is aligned with overall desk goals.
• Understand and learn the documentation requirements for different products. Work closely with stakeholders to manage expectations and ensure documentation is in place ahead of regulatory or business deadlines, where required.
• Interpret key commercial concepts from an array of trading agreements (including ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes, GMRA, GMSLA, Termination Agreements), accounting for the necessary regulatory and/or jurisdictional changes where required.
• Ensure Citis internal and regulatory policies are maintained, and where deviations are necessary, ensuring appropriate legal risk and / or business approvals are obtained.
• Ensure key governance and control checks are implemented during documentation process; proactively identify and escalate issues within the relevant business.
• The position will require an awareness of the impact of core regulation on the derivatives markets and underlying documentation.

What well need from you The successful candidate, as part of the wider Belfast Markets Legal team, will undertake a broad variety of tasks many of which entail direct and regular interactions with senior stakeholders, both regionally and globally. Broadening experience of Citis ICGproducts and services and client base.

• Experience of working in a legal/financial service organisation preferable.
• Experience of negotiating commercial contracts is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in the negotiation ISDA Master Agreements and other agreement types mentioned above is desirable.
• Proven track record in delivering results in a challenging and changing environment.
• Working knowledge of PC operating systems, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written & verbal) at all organisational levels with internal business partners and external customers.
• Ability to effectively organise own workload meeting key milestones and to work autonomously.

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 additionalbenefits 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.------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Legal------------------------------------------------------ Job Family:Legal Professionals------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time------------------------------------------------------ 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. Citigroup Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Citi") invite all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunityreview Accessibility at Citi . View the " EEO is the Law " poster. View the EEO is the Law Supplement . View the EEO Policy Statement . View the Pay Transparency Posting