Citi is seeking a Senior Counsel, Trade Finance to join its Legal function in Florida, providing dedicated legal coverage for the Global Trade Supply Chain Finance and Trade/Working Capital Loans businesses. In this role, you will serve as a trusted legal adviser to business units across a broad spectrum of trade finance products and structures, directly influencing how Citi executes and manages complex cross-border transactions at a global scale. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced transactions attorney to operate at the intersection of global commerce, finance, and law within one of the world's leading financial institutions.
Responsibilities- Advise business units across a wide range of global trade finance transactions, including bilateral and syndicated trade loan facilities, supply chain finance, distribution finance, accounts receivable finance, import and export finance, draft discounting, commodities finance, and securitizations.
- Review, draft, and negotiate transaction documentation for trade finance products, ensuring legal accuracy and alignment with agreed commercial terms.
- Counsel Citi business units, branches, subsidiaries, and affiliates outside the United States on applicable New York law matters relevant to their trade finance activities.
- Partner with internal control functions — including Regulatory, Compliance, Risk, Finance, and Tax — to assess and address legal issues affecting the Trade business.
- Lead and contribute to regional and global projects and initiatives, including the digitization of trade finance processes and documentation.
- Coordinate with Citi internal counsel located outside the United States on cross-border legal matters, ensuring consistent and well-managed global legal coverage.
- Manage external counsel relationships, overseeing the quality, scope, and efficiency of outside legal support on trade finance matters.
- 8 or more years of secured lending and transactional legal experience gained at a major law firm or financial institution.
- Deep knowledge of laws and practices governing cross-border transactions, including the legal implications of multi-jurisdictional structures.
- Familiarity with the Uniform Commercial Code and other laws and customary practices applicable to trade finance and lending businesses.
- Demonstrated ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex transaction documentation within demanding timelines.
- Strong analytical and organizational capability, with a track record of managing multiple complex matters simultaneously.
- Clear and precise written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal audiences.
- Bar license in good standing to practice law in the State of New York.
- Direct experience advising on global trade finance transactions and trade finance products, including supply chain finance and working capital solutions.
- Background working with complex financing structures that involve third-party lenders or the use of special purpose entities.
- Exposure to digitization initiatives within trade finance or financial services more broadly.
At Citi, senior legal professionals work on matters of genuine global consequence, collaborating across businesses and geographies to deliver outcomes that shape how international trade and finance operate. This role offers strategic ownership, meaningful influence, and the platform of a truly global institution.
- A hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, supporting effective balance between collaboration and focused work.
- Strategic ownership of a complex, high-profile legal portfolio covering global trade finance across multiple jurisdictions and product lines.
- Direct influence on business outcomes by advising senior stakeholders across global trading and working capital businesses.
- Access to global legal networks and cross-functional collaboration with Compliance, Risk, Finance, Tax, and Regulatory teams.
- Opportunities to lead and shape regional and global initiatives, including the evolution of digital trade finance practices.
- Competitive compensation and financial wellbeing benefits aligned to a senior legal professional at a leading global financial institution.
- Ongoing professional development through exposure to a broad spectrum of trade finance structures, markets, and international legal frameworks.
Apply today to take ownership of a senior legal advisory role at the heart of Citi's global trade finance business, where your expertise will directly shape transactions and strategies across markets worldwide.
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Primary Location:Tampa Florida United States------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:$169,040.00 - $253,560.00
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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Skills Required
- 8 or more years of secured lending and transactional legal experience at a major law firm or financial institution
- Deep knowledge of laws and practices governing cross-border and multi-jurisdictional transactions
- Familiarity with the Uniform Commercial Code and laws and customary practices applicable to trade finance and lending
- Ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex transaction documentation under demanding timelines
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with experience managing multiple complex matters
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, including explaining complex legal concepts to non-legal audiences
- Bar license in good standing to practice law in New York
- Direct experience advising on global trade finance transactions, supply chain finance, and working capital solutions
- Experience with complex financing structures involving third-party lenders or special purpose entities
- Exposure to digitization initiatives in trade finance or financial services
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