Are you looking for a career move that will place you in a global financial organization? Then bring your skills in financial law and other relevant law fields to Citi’s Legal Team.
By joining Citi, you will become part of a global organization whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.
What you’ll do
Prepare and maintain standard precedent contracts.
Support preparation, review of procedures and internal instructions providing for the legal framework of operations, preparing legal opinions on internal procedures prepared by other departments.
Set up the legal framework for new products.
Represent Citi in licensing, administrative and court proceedings.
Prepare documents and submissions relating to the corporate operations of Citi.
Assist in the operations of the relevant corporate bodies, preparing proposals and draft resolutions.
Prepare legal opinions (e.g. interpretation of legal rules, opining on draft legal rules, opining on existing contracts).
Legal handling of customer claims.
Negotiate and draft individual, non-standard contracts.
Represent Citi before courts and authorities, preparing submission and other documents, supporting preparation of concluding settlements.
Co-operate with other legal counsels of Citi and with external lawyers.
Help all the Departments in interpreting the legal requirement
What we’ll need from you
Hungarian language proficiency
University degree, faculty of law (Hungarian law degree)
Hungarian Bar exam
At least 7 years’ experience most importantly in financial law, other areas of expertise which are a benefit: labour law, general civil law, data privacy
In-depth understanding of relevant laws.
Advanced level English (verbal and written), to be able to communicate one's legal opinion about an issue with the same depth as in Hungarian and with the same speed. Also being able to fluently communicate with local and/or regional seniors in English.
User level computer skills (MS Windows, Office, Excell, CD Jogtár/Cégtár)
Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills, ability to properly prioritize.
Integrity
Being a team player, and also being able to lead projects, do individual work.
What we can offer you
By joining Citi Hungary, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive compensation package and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well:
Cafeteria Program
Home Office Allowance (for colleagues working in hybrid work models)
Paid Parental Leave Program (maternity and paternity leave)
Private Medical Care Program and onsite medical rooms at our offices
Pension Plan Contribution to voluntary pension fund
Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Access to a wide variety of learning and development programs, online course libraries and upskilling platforms, such as Udemy and Degreed
Flexible work arrangements to support you in managing work - life balance
Career progression opportunities across geographies and business lines
Socially active employee communities with diverse networking opportunities
Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.
Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.
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Skills Required
- Hungarian language proficiency
- University degree in law with a Hungarian law degree
- Hungarian Bar exam
- At least 7 years of experience, primarily in financial law
- In-depth understanding of relevant laws
- Advanced English proficiency, verbal and written
- User-level computer skills, including MS Windows, Office, Excel, and CD Jogtar/Cegtar
- Excellent communication, influencing, negotiation, and prioritization skills
- Integrity
- Ability to work as a team player, lead projects, and work independently
- Experience in labour law, general civil law, or data privacy
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is presented as comprehensive, including free in-network preventive care, mental-health resources, and the Be Well Program. Materials also state new hires have access to health and insurance benefits from the outset.
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Retirement Support — The retirement plan offers a $1-for-$1 match up to 6% of eligible pay. New employees are eligible for the plan, with automatic enrollment after 90 days if they do not enroll themselves.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — Benefits highlight fertility treatment coverage, adoption/surrogacy reimbursement up to $30,000, and disability coverage. Coverage extends to spouses and domestic partners regardless of gender identity or sexuality, with gender-affirming care-related support noted.
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