Legal Senior Program Manager - North America Legal Entity Governance

Citi; New York (NY); On-site; USD 129,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Legal Support Lead Officer to provide essential legal support to its North America Legal Entity Governance team. This senior role involves managing documentation processes, collaborating with attorneys and paralegals, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have over seven years of relevant experience, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with senior management. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will shape the governance of key legal entities and drive process improvements in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in legal roles, preferably in financial services.
• Ability to manage complex documentation with organization and detail.

Responsibilities

• Support documentation for US-based legal entities with a focus on governance.
• Manage execution and tracking of legal documentation and records.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Legal Documentation Management

Communication Skills

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Legal Support Lead Officer for North America Legal Entity Governance is a senior level, non-attorney role, responsible for providing legal support to the Citi Legal team, including through drafting and maintaining documents related to the governance of certain US. legal entities.

Responsibilities:

• Support the documentation/corporate secretary function of defined US-based legal entities with primary focus on corporate chain entities
• Working with a team of attorneys and paralegals, maintain complete and effective documentation and documentation processes for in-scope legal entities
• Manage the execution, review, processing and tracking of legal documentation and records governance documents, including but not limited to secretary certificates, certificates of incumbency, officer and director appointments, powers of attorney and annual meeting materials
• Liaise with management of legal entities and governance teams as required
• Manage and/or support projects across entities and geographies, including projects to enhance legal entity governance, and risk reporting and escalation.
• Responsible for legal support activities related to legal operations, litigation/discovery/settlements or negotiation and contract administration
• Participates in legal programs and projects to achieve coordinated and efficient process improvements and legal support solutions; liaises with other control/functional businesses in support of initiatives
• Conducts independent research and analysis, applying institutional knowledge and knowledge of laws, rules and regulations to support in the identification of legal solutions situations or to formulate an approach or strategy
• Appropriately assesses risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its subsidiary entities, 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:

• 7+ years of relevant industry experience, preferably with some experience working in an in-house legal role within financial services
• 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

Education:

• Bachelors/University degree or equivalent experience

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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:

New York New York United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$129,840.00 - $194,760.00

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 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.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

May 14, 2025

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