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Lead Counsel - Product (Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory Legal)

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Citi

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need in-house M&A experience, strong legal knowledge, excellent communication skills, ability to manage deadlines, and leadership qualities. UK-qualified lawyer preferred.
  • You will liaise with investment bankers on M&A transactions, assess legal risks, review documentation, provide structuring advice, and ensure compliance with policies alongside internal and external counsel.

Requirements

  • Strong academics, preferably with in-house experience gained either in a current position or through secondment
  • Strong knowledge and/or understanding of the structure and execution of M&A transactions
  • Experience with public M&A transactions
  • Familiarity with investment bank documentation and market practice
  • Excellent technical skills and analytical ability, attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and client and time management skills
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines and without supervision where appropriate
  • Qualified lawyer, either UK solicitor or barrister or equivalent in other jurisdictions if have practical knowledge of UK practice
  • Some relevant years of job experience in an international law firm, specific in corporate law / M&A department (candidates that have worked either on secondment or since leaving their law firm would also be desirable) or as in-house lawyer at a securities firm / investment bank
  • Excellent business and legal risk judgment as well as commercial attitude
  • High performance and motivation level
  • Co-operative, team orientated style
  • Individual leadership skills to take on supervisory role for junior team members
  • Analytical approach to identifying, and practical approach to solving, issues
  • Ability to present and speak in front of internal and external groups.

Responsibilities

  • The primary role of the successful candidate will be to liaise directly with the investment banking professionals in Europe, the UK, Middle East and Africa to understand the nature and structure of the M&A transactions on which Citi is advising and to accurately identify, assess and escalate or deal with in a timely manner the risks, exposures or liabilities that Citi may face in relation to such transactions.
  • Candidate will be closely involved in reviewing and negotiating IB transaction documentation (engagement letters, documents and announcements naming Citi and other transaction related documentation), answering legal risk related questions in day-to-day deal processes and will be consulted at the pre-mandate stage in order to provide structuring advice and to anticipate potential legal hurdles. Will also interact with outside legal counsel when Citi requires own advice during transaction execution.
  • M&A Advisory Legal (together with the rest of Investment Banking Legal) plays a prominent role in Citi’s control architecture and, working alongside Compliance, AML, the Control Group and other functions, is involved in ensuring compliance with Citi policies and procedures to protect, amongst other things, Citi’s reputation and franchise. As such commercial awareness, a questioning mind, attention to detail and good judgement are essential skills.
  • The role will require contact with legal and compliance officers throughout the region, as well as with external legal counsel and clients of Citi.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Lead Counsel - Product role?

The primary responsibility is to deliver legally and commercially sound advice to the investment bank in relation to its advisory work on M&A transactions.

What regions will this role cover?

This role will cover Europe, the UK, Middle East, and Africa.

What kind of transactions will the Lead Counsel be involved with?

The Lead Counsel will be involved with M&A advisory transactions and will review and negotiate related transaction documentation.

What skills are required for this position?

Required skills include excellent technical and analytical abilities, strong communication skills, legal risk judgement, and the ability to work under tight deadlines.

Is in-house experience preferred for this position?

Yes, strong academics and preferably in-house experience gained either in a current position or through secondment is desired.

What qualifications are necessary for this role?

The candidate must be a qualified lawyer, either as a UK solicitor, barrister, or equivalent in other jurisdictions with practical knowledge of UK practice.

Will the successful candidate have the opportunity to lead or supervise junior team members?

Yes, the successful candidate will have the individual leadership skills to take on a supervisory role for junior team members.

What type of benefits does Citi offer for this position?

Citi offers a generous holiday allowance, a discretionary annual performance-related bonus, private medical insurance, a pension plan, paid parental leave, and more.

Is previous experience with public M&A transactions important?

Yes, experience with public M&A transactions is a desirable qualification for this role.

How does Citi ensure inclusivity in the workplace?

Citi is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole selves every day and welcomes diverse talent.

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Citi

Finance
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10,001+
Employees
1998
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