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Citi lists this Director, HR Legal- Wealth opportunity in new york, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Director, HR Legal- Wealth
Job Req Id:
Location(s):
Tampa, Florida, United States
Job Type:
Hybrid
Posted:
Oct. 06, 2026
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Job Overview
The Senior Lead Counsel 2 (Employment & HR) is a senior level position responsible for serving as subject matter expert and key legal advisor to business stakeholders, functional partners, and the Legal Management Council by providing counsel and thought leadership on all aspects of legal matters related to Employment & HR. The overall objective of this role is to provide legal support, advice, and guidance across Employment & HR and Citi Businesses and Functions.
This role has a significant degree of responsibility and authority. This role requires solid conceptual / practical grounding in the laws and regulations for the geographies in which we operate as it relates to matters of Employment & HR. This role has authority to negotiate and make independent decisions on issues / activities that have critical impact or influence on the company. This role is not a manager.
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations; Provide counsel to managers regarding compliance with employment laws
Serve as a partner and advisor on employment contracts, claims of discrimination, and employment-related arbitration
Advise on all matters pertaining to human resources within the organization, specifically discrimination, employment contracts, immigration law, workplace safety, data retention, and privacy
Audit and improve employment policies, practices, and compliance initiatives while identifying areas of risk, including appropriate use of AI and other innovations
A recognized subject matter expert who substantially influences the way things are done within Employment & HR service within Citi and the legal/financial services industry including relevant FINRA regulations and processes; their area of responsibility and has primary accountability for the end results
Serves as a partner to senior management or key regional management and/or primary advisor to senior business stakeholders in the Wealth business, functional partners (e.g., Risk, Compliance, Finance, CAO, CCO), the Legal Management Council (LMC), Practice Group Heads, and/or Regional/Country Leadership on issues of Employment & HR
Key stakeholder in senior forums covering strategy, risk management, Employment & HR governance, franchise reputation and/or highly complex or high-risk issues arising as part of job remit
Provides critical inputs and/or has shared responsibility with more senior management to determine and execute future strategy for the part of the organization that is managed
Exercises operational responsibility for planning, finances/budgeting and execution of end results
Accomplish results by leveraging networks/connections, colleagues, and peers at comparable institutions
Lead workstreams to analyze key implications of emerging and existing laws that impact the geography
Actively participate in various risk review and control forums while demonstrating keen awareness of issues that could cause financial, reputational, or legal consequences
Negotiates, coordinates, and monitors management of complex issues with senior leaders inside and outside the Legal Department to advise and influence strategy, and makes key decisions within area of responsibility, escalating where necessary
Proactively identify, evaluate, and contribute to the appropriate management of legal, regulatory, and reputational risk by collaborating with ICRM & Risk, following relevant legal developments, participating in internal projects, and performing other related tasks
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards
Innovate process improvements and improved ways of working, including appropriate use of AI
Qualifications
15+ years of specific relevant Employment & HR experience with some experience working in an in-house legal role in financial services
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, organizational and relationship management skills
Experience in working with regulators/regulatory bodies is preferred
Proven ability to apply sound judgement while managing multiple assignments simultaneously in a demanding, fast-paced environment
Knowledge and expertise on specific laws, rules and regulations and enforcement actions related to Employment & HR including FINRA, while staying abreast of the changing regulatory and legal environment, internal policies and industry trends that impact the business
Experience with complex deals, demonstrated ability to analyze issues and develop recommendations
Effective communication and negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain trusted relationships
Bar license in good standing to practice law
Education
Juris Doctorate or equivalent law degree
Job Family Group:
Legal
Job Family:
Legal - Enterprise
Time Type:
Full time
Primary Location:
Tampa Florida United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$170,000.00 - $300,000.00
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.
Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.
Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Oct 13, 2026
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
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