As a member of Citco’s in-house Group Legal function, you will be directly involved in mitigating and managing the legal risks to which an international financial services business may be exposed and providing guidance to the business, its executives and affiliated companies on the legal requirements and framework within which the business operates. You will work closely with the Senior Legal Team members based in the UK and Spain and will engage with senior stakeholders in the business. You will be part of a highly collaborative team, will be driven and proactive and will enjoy the opportunity to apply your legal acumen in a variety of contexts.
ResponsibilitiesReview a wide range of commercial contracts and ensure alignment of key terms with company policy;
Assist with review of employment contracts, policies, and handbooks and consult with Pune-based Human Resources department on employment-related legal queries;
Prepare and review board minutes, board resolutions and other corporate documents;
Coordinate statutory filings for Citco’s affiliated entities in India;
Handle confidential information concerning the ownership structure and ultimate beneficial ownership of the Citco Group of companies and assist with oversight of responses to KYC-related requests for ownership information from a variety of parties including clients, banking partners, and regulators;
Monitor, track and report progress of KYC-related requests to the Senior Legal Team;
Support the Senior Legal Team with legal projects, including financing transactions, restructures, regulatory matters and strategic business initiatives;
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues in India and across Citco’s international offices;
Identify legal risks and escalate significant issues appropriately;
Recommend and implement improvements to legal processes, systems and administrative procedures;
Follow legal and regulatory developments relevant to Citco’s business and share updates with the Senior Legal Team where appropriate; and
Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive legal and beneficial ownership information.
Degree in Law;
Approximately 3+ years’ relevant corporate or legal experience, either in-house or within private practice;
Ability to manage multiple legal matters independently with minimal supervision, whilst recognising where escalation is required;
Flexibility, proactiviness and ability to work effectively with multiple projects by setting priorities;
Team player with solid analytical and problem – solving skills and excellent communication skills;
Proven computer skills (Microsoft Office packages);
Fluent English language (written and spoken).
Skills Required
- Degree in Law
- Approximately 3 or more years of relevant corporate or legal experience in-house or private practice
- Ability to manage multiple legal matters independently with minimal supervision and recognize when escalation is required
- Flexibility, proactiveness, and ability to prioritize multiple projects
- Teamwork, analytical skills, problem-solving skills, and excellent communication skills
- Proven computer skills, including Microsoft Office packages
- Fluent written and spoken English
What We Do
Our heritage, since founding a civil law notary practice in the 1940s to establishing the Curacao International Trust Company in the 1960s, is built on challenging paradigms and delivering exceptional service within the financial and professional services industry. Today, we continue to pioneer award-winning services and technology solutions that meet ever changing markets. A commitment to investing in people, and proprietary technologies, has resulted in our reputation as the industry’s preeminent service provider, reassuring clients that their critical administration functions are in safe hands. Our thought leadership and ability to quickly navigate complex change means our clients can depend on us as trusted advisors to make informed decisions in response to market conditions. Our Divisions Citco Fund Services & Investor Relations CFS is the global leader in services for the alternative investment industry. With over 2,000 funds under administration and net assets exceeding $840 billion, we provide full service fund administration, fund accounting, net asset value calculations, investor relations, and more. Governance Services Leveraging our extensive global office network Citco Governance Services provides customised solutions, including corporate and global subsidiary governance, secretarial services, financial accounting and reporting, tax and audit liaison, and market entry services. Banking, Depositary & Custody Services Citco Banks operate in strategic financial centres and provide Institutional and Fund of Funds clients access to the funds universe through multiple communication and online real-time global funds platforms. Citco Technology Management Through our eight global development centres, Citco Technology Management provides secure infrastructures and develops award-winning technology products that underpin our commitment to service excellence.
