South Asia General Counsel

4 weeks ago

Mumbai Maharashtra, India Citi Full time

The South Asia General Counsel (India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka) manages multiple teams of senior professionals through other senior managers. The job requires a broad and comprehensive understanding of the different systems, theories and practices relevant to a function as well as practical experience of multiple business cycles. In-depth knowledge of the industry and direct competitors' products/services is also necessary in order to contribute to the commercial objectives of the business. Requires thorough understanding of strategic direction of the function within the business, combined with a solid conceptual/practical grounding in both the function and/ or area of expertise. Excellent communication skills required in order to influence a wide range of audiences. The job is likely to be involved in both internal and external negotiations which will have a major impact on the area managed, and possibly on other related areas and organization as a whole. Develops medium
- to long-term plans and executes functional strategies for a large/complex country, cluster of countries, or business requiring coordination and integration across units. Provides input into strategic decisions affecting job family or function within a region or business. Full management responsibility of multiple teams, including management of people, budget and planning. Has authority to negotiate and make independent decisions on issues/activities that have critical impact or influence on company revenues, capital or business operations. The role reports to the APAC General Counsel and sits on the highest functional leadership team within the South Asia Cluster as well the APAC Legal Department.

**Responsibilities**:

- Cluster Legal Head for South Asia
- Country Counsel for a Complex Country which includes the largest Citi Service Center (over 30,000 employees, contractors, etc.)
- Manages & supports the Legal function providing support and guidance to the local businesses and to all Citi functions on all aspects of local & Citigroup Legal related matters
- Ensures full compliance of all local Citigroup products and structures with local Law, as in force, and where applicable with international standards
- Ensures continuity and management of legal operations of Citigroup in the region as it pertains to local licenses and all other types of Corporate Governance, including company secretarial roles, as well as compliance with local regulatory requirements
- Advises the South Asia CCOs on business and Franchise Legal issues
- Ensures consistency of Citigroup policies with local legal requirements
- Escalates all issues to designated Division Counsel that are of importance within the role
- Participate in the local Management committees
- Management and coordination of the provision of external legal services
- Liaise with compliance in the development, updating and presentation of training materials related to local laws and regulations
- Assists overseas colleagues engaged in projects and deals involving local laws and regulations
- Manages and organizes the handling of litigation cases in which Citigroup entities are involved as defendants or claimants
- Manage the functioning of the Legal Department
- Drafts and implements local legal policies and procedures
- Drafts, amend and approve the list of external legal counsels used by Citigroup locally
- Manages several relationships with external legal counsels and regulators
- Reviews customer complaints that could develop into legal actions or have regulatory implications
- Provide solution-oriented legal support and assistance to the local businesses in accordance with strategic business needs and applicable regulatory and legal requirements

**Qualifications**:

- 15+ years of financial industry experience, including 10+ years' managerial experience
- Significant experience acting as General Counsel, Senior Partner or equivalent is required
- Excellent command of local languages
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, relationship management skills
- Excellent written, verbal, problem solving and analytical skills
- Effective negotiation skills and ability to maintain effective relationships
- Membership of local Bar/ Lawyers Association

**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.
- **Job Family Group**:
Legal
- **Job Family**:
Legal - Country
- **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.

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