Lead Counsel 1 - Corporate Banking, Loans (Hybrid)

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Job Overview

​Job Profile Summary:

The Lead Counsel I (AVP) is an intermediate level position responsible for providing legal guidance and thought leadership to the Corporate Banking - Loans Business.

This role provides legal advice, support and practical transactional guidance to Citi Corporate Bankers on a wide range of legal issues relating to making and servicing Citi’s syndicated and bilateral loan facilities extended to institutional clients, and also legal support for related Corporate Banking matters.  The role is purely transactional in nature, requiring a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.  The role requires an attorney that exercises sound legal judgement to develop proactive, risk-appropriate, and commercially practical business-oriented solutions.

In particular, this role will afford the Lead Counsel I with the opportunity to be involved in loan transactions that are sophisticated, cross-border and multi-currency in nature, potentially generated elsewhere in Citi’s global footprint.

Responsibilities:

• Provides documentary and policy-based guidance to Corporate Banking teams and other business partners on loans and related Corporate Banking matters, including commitment advices, term sheets, credit agreements, guarantees, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), reliance letters, amendments, waivers and similar loan documents
• Provides day-to-day transactional/legal support and advice to Corporate Bankers on matters related to Citi’s products.
• Completes legal reviews to identify Policy and legal risks in loan documents and related instruments, identifies potential regulatory, franchise and reputational risk, and works closely with more senior Legal team members and other business partners in the wider Citi organization for resolution, escalating as appropriate.
• Works as part of an overall Legal team, completing internal documentation checklists, and prioritizing multiple legal reviews in a fast-paced environment, frequently with tight deadlines driven by customers.
• Appropriately assesses risk when loan transactions are entered into, 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, creating accountability for those who fail to maintain Citi’s standards.
• Maintains a general awareness of current legal topics and issues related to loans and products extended to Corporate Banking customers.

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of experience as an attorney working in a corporate legal department or law firm, or equivalent experience in-house with a regulated bank or other financial services company.
• Experience with complex transactions, ability to analyze complex issues and develop legal solutions.
• Experience with cross-border or multi-currency loan transactions governed by the laws of the US and other countries is preferred.
• Effective communication (written and verbal) and negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain trusted relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and relationship management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, anticipate legal issues, think outside of the box, and devise practical and appropriate solutions that meet business objectives.
• Proven ability to apply sound judgment while managing your own legal reviews and multiple customer driven deadlines in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Florida Bar admission or ability to qualify for in-house counsel status with the Florida Bar is required.

Education:

Juris Doctorate or equivalent law degree.

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Job Family Group:

Legal

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Job Family:

Legal - Product

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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:

$109,440.00 - $164,160.00

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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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Aug 13, 2025

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