Assistant General Counsel - Americas Equities derivatives SVP

Assistant General Counsel - Americas Equities Derivatives SVP

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Job Overview

The Assistant General Counsel will support the day to day legal coverage of Americas Equities Team.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities, as delegated by the lead attorney for the business unit, will include: providing advice and guidance to the business on a broad range of equities derivatives and other bespoke transactions; providing advice and guidance on legal and regulatory matters related to broad equities activities of Citi's ICG businesses; providing advice and direction on the drafting and negotiation of complex transaction agreements; and participating in regulatory initiatives and special projects relating to the Americas equities derivatives business.

Qualifications

A successful candidate will be expected to have:

• 6+ years of experience
• Deep knowledge and understanding of US equity derivatives regulation and market practice
• Experience negotiating derivatives and other transactional documentation
• Experience reviewing and analyzing legal opinions relating to equities derivative activities, including Basel III well founded basis standard of legal opinion and documentation review
• Proven analytical and organizational skills
• Bar license in good standing to practice law

Legal - Product

Full time

New York, New York, United States

$211,280.00 - $316,920.00

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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Sep 18, 2025

Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.