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).
