Senior Contract Negotiator - TAMPA

The Transaction Management Officer II is a senior level, non-attorney role, responsible for representing the Legal Function in providing Transaction Management expertise to Citi’s businesses and functions. The Transaction Management area is responsible for the negotiation, transaction processes, documentation, and execution of business transactions (e.g., establishing a trading or banking relationship, entering into transactions or services with Citi, documenting trading in securities between two or more parties).

This role requires a pragmatic, proactive professional with a thorough understanding of the business covered by the team and its products and services. This role also requires a thorough understanding of the contractual terms and legal implications of Citi’s documentation. Excellent communication and diplomacy skills are required as this role also advises Citi businesses in discussions on the various contractual provisions, including on the risks of modifying or amending such terms and provisions

Responsibilities:

• Reviews, drafts, and negotiates contracts and required documentation for the relevant Citi business
• Conducts business negotiations of high complexity in a timely, thorough, and efficient manner
• Collaborates with the firm's institutional clients and their internal/external counsel as well as Citi’s first line, legal, second line and other internal constituents during negotiations
• Acts as a subject matter expert to address queries from Citi businesses and clients regarding the contractual documentation and escalates to senior attorneys as required
• Engages with unresponsive customers, maintaining detailed records of the negotiations
• Develop and implement of projects relating to implementation of regulation, process improvements or development of new products and services
• Stays abreast of new and changing regulatory and legal issues and industry initiatives and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements
• Advises the Risk function and business partners on risks and associated documentation requirements based on product and relevant jurisdiction(s)
• Appropriately assesses risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citi, 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.

Qualifications:

• 6-10 years of relevant industry experience, preferably with some experience working in an in-house legal role within financial services
• Transaction Management and/or contractual and documentation negotiation experience in a large institutional setting.
• Proven record of completing complex documentation within very tight time deadlines
• Ability to manage complex documentation with organization and detail
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and project management skills, as well as the ability to interact and communicate effectively with Senior management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
• In-depth knowledge of legal customs and practices
• Knowledge and understanding of the financial services industry
• Experience with complex corporate structures including hedge funds, structures involving third party lenders, Special Purpose Vehicles, mutual funds and the like

Education:

• Bachelors/University degree, Master’s degree preferred

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Job Family Group:

Legal

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Job Family:

Legal Professionals

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Tampa Florida United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$113,840.00 - $170,760.00

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 al