Senior Attorney Export Control and Anti-Boycott Legal Director
New York
Thursday, 28 May 2026
Responsible for providing Citi businesses and functions with legal counsel; supporting strategic initiatives and product/service launches, providing subject matter expertise and interpretations of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and industry practices, and advising business management/leadership on all manner of legal matters related to export control and anti-boycott laws and regulations. Provide advisory services in respect of export control and anti-boycott related business decisions by applying institutional knowledge against industry standard, widely accepted business practices, laws, rules, and regulatory guidelines; identifying when to escalate when necessary. Collaborate across internal lines of business and control/support functions to achieve coordinated and efficient outcomes on matters related to export control and anti-boycott laws and regulations; coordinate closely with legal peers aligned to associated businesses. Accomplish results by leveraging networks/connections, colleagues, and peers at competing institutions. Lead workstreams to analyze key implications of emerging and existing laws that impact the geography. Serve as business partner and advisor to business stakeholders and functional partners (e.g., Risk, Compliance) by participating in planning and development initiatives; contribute to business objectives by using knowledge of industry, laws, and regulations. Actively participate in various risk review and control forums while demonstrating keen awareness of issues that could cause financial, reputational, or legal consequences. 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. Manage day-to-day legal activities as a subject matter expert in area of export control and anti-boycott laws and regulations, providing senior advisory services to business partners. Advise in complex negotiations with vendors, customers, partners, and other parties, escalating when necessary. 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. Qualifications:8-10 years of financial crimes legal, or other comparable experience, with some experience working in an in-house legal role in financial services preferred. 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. Experience in developing policies and procedures designed to ensure compliance with dynamic and fast-moving laws and regulations. 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:New York New York 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.---------------------------------- --------------------Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.--------------------------------- ---------------------Anticipated Posting Close Date:Jun 03, 2026---------------------------- --------------------------