head of legal

Domnic Lewis Pvt. Ltd

<div>Job Description:
Domnic Lewis has been mandate to hire for Head of Legal :
Location: Mumbai
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Legal Leadership
<ul><li>Formulate and execute comprehensive legal strategies aligned with business and regulatory objectives.
</li><li>Advise the Board and senior management on legal implications of business decisions, ensuring compliance with all statutory and regulatory frameworks.
</li></ul>Patent &amp; Intellectual Property Management
<ul><li>Spearhead the company//'s patent protection and enforcement strategy, proactively safeguarding IP assets and minimizing litigation risks.
</li><li>Lead actions against infringements including cease-and-desist communications, negotiations, and litigation, maintaining a 100% success rate in patent defenses.
</li><li>Manage patent databases, litigation history, and defense strategies, ensuring timely updates and collaboration with external counsel.
</li></ul>Risk Management &amp; Governance
<ul><li>Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential exposure areas such as counterfeits, illegal imports, and patient assistance programs.
</li><li>Provide quarterly legal and risk reports to the Board, leveraging insights to inform strategic decision-making.
</li><li>Establish and chair an Institutional Business Committee to address critical issues, resolve disputes, and strengthen compliance governance.
</li></ul>Contracting &amp; Commercial Legal Support
<ul><li>Develop and implement standardized templates and terms for Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, and third-party contracts, ensuring alignment with local laws and internal policies.
</li><li>Create a centralized contract management process to enhance efficiency, transparency, and compliance across business functions.
</li></ul>Legal Process Optimization
<ul><li>Design, develop, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for legal notices, debt recovery, summons handling, and risk mitigation frameworks.
</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in legal processes and governance through digitization, automation, and audit readiness.
</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience:
<ul><li>LLB / LLM with 12&ndash;18 years of progressive experience in corporate legal, intellectual property, and compliance roles.
</li><li>Proven experience in leading patent litigation and IP protection in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry (preferred).
</li><li>Strong understanding of contract law, risk management, and regulatory compliance in a multinational environment.
</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and leadership skills.</li></ul></div>

Head Of Legal

Converge

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 We&rsquo;re partnering with a top-tier multinational FMCG company to hire a Head of Legal to lead legal operations across Africa. This is a strategic leadership role offering the chance to shape the legal framework, support sustainable growth, and guide commercial decision-making across diverse markets.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
 
 
 Strategic Contracting &amp; Commercial Support
 
 
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 Establish and oversee a robust contract management framework for suppliers, distributors, and partners
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 Lead negotiations and review of agreements spanning distribution, agriculture, and commercial contracts
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 Ensure contracts are properly executed, stored, and managed to minimise risk
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 </ul>
 
 
 Brand, Marketing &amp; IP Advisory
 
 
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 Provide guidance on marketing campaigns, product launches, and IP protection
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 Ensure business activities comply with local and regional trademark, copyright, and advertising regulations
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 </ul>
 
 
 Agriculture &amp; Sustainability Initiatives
 
 
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 Support legal aspects of agricultural operations, including land use, farming agreements, and supplier relationships
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 Partner with the business to implement sustainable practices and ESG initiatives
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 Governance &amp; Compliance Leadership
 
 
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 Maintain and enhance corporate governance standards across the region
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 Develop compliance programs covering anti-corruption, data privacy, and competition regulations
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 Conduct audits, risk assessments, and training to ensure adherence to policies
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 Dispute Management &amp; Labour Advisory
 
 
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 Lead the resolution of commercial disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation
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 Provide legal advice on employment contracts, labour relations, and regulatory requirements in Egypt
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 Team Leadership &amp; Functional Oversight
 
 
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 Manage and mentor a small in-house legal team, providing coaching and career development
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 Partner with senior leadership to ensure the legal function is aligned with business strategy and growth objectives
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 Own the budget and operational efficiency of the legal department
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 Who You Are
 
 
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 Law graduate with a Master&rsquo;s degree (LLM or equivalent)
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 10+ years&rsquo; experience in legal roles within multinational FMCG, consumer goods, or manufacturing companies
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 Strong background in contract management, compliance, corporate governance, regulatory affairs, and sustainability projects
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 In-depth knowledge of Egyptian law, with familiarity with legal frameworks across African markets
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 Fluent in English &amp; Arabic (additional languages are an advantage)
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 Proven negotiator and strategic advisor, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels
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 If your experience aligns with the requirements above, we invite you to apply by submitting an updated CV.
 
 
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Head of Legal

Client of Aventus Global Talent

Law degree (BA or equivalent) with a minimum of 15 years legal experience in financial services or related sectors.Demonstrable experience with LMA documentation and financing transactions.Proven leadership experience managing regional legal teams and significant portfolios.Fluency in Arabic and English is essential.Strong cross-border stakeholder management skills.

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 REQUIREMENTS:
 
 
 
 
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 Professional fluency in English and Arabic.
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 Joint venture (JV), merger &amp; acquisition (M&amp;A), or international expansion experience.
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 Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in corporate or legal practice, ideally including both in-house and external counsel roles.
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 Law degree from a recognized university, with eligibility to practice in at least one jurisdiction.
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 Postgraduate qualification in law, management, or governance preferred.
 </li>
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 Strong grounding in commercial and corporate law; familiarity with both civil and common law systems.
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 Working knowledge of regional legal frameworks, including Islamic legal principles.
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 Proven experience managing legal operations within large or multi-jurisdictional organizations.
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 Proficiency in contract management and legal documentation systems.
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 JOB SCOPE:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Strategic &amp; Advisory
 
 
 
 
 
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 Serve as the principal legal advisor to the Group CEO and Board on all corporate, contractual, regulatory, and governance matters.
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 Contribute to strategic decision-making on M&amp;A, joint ventures, investments, and expansion initiatives.
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 Provide guidance on risk management, insurance coverage, and dispute resolution strategies aligned with executive direction.
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 Legal &amp; Compliance Oversight
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ensure all group entities operate in compliance with national and international laws, licenses, permits, and statutory requirements.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal agreements including commercial contracts, shareholder and partnership agreements, technology and service contracts, and related documentation.
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 Supervise and coordinate external counsel handling litigation, arbitration, and regulatory proceedings.
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 Corporate Governance &amp; Secretarial
 
 
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 Lead the governance agenda for all group entities, including Board and Shareholder meeting preparation, documentation, and minute keeping.
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 Advise on corporate structuring, regulatory filings, and governance best practices.
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 Maintain statutory registers and records as per applicable legal frameworks.
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 Cross-Functional Collaboration
 
 
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 Support senior management on operational legal issues, corporate compliance, and internal policy development.
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 Liaise with finance, HR, projects, and business units on contract and risk-related matters.
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Alfa Laval

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 Alfa Laval is looking for a Head &ndash; Legal &amp; Compliance MEA
 
 
 At Alfa Laval, we always go that extra mile to overcome the toughest challenges. Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people, and planet. You can only achieve that by having dedicated people with a curious mind. Curiosity is the spark behind great ideas. And great ideas drive progress.
 
 
 As a member of our team, you thrive in a truly diverse and inclusive workplace based on care and empowerment. You are here to make a difference. Constantly building bridges to the future with sustainable solutions that have an impact on our planet&rsquo;s most urgent problems. Making the world a better place. Every day.
 
 
 At Alfa Laval, we drive progress by offering sustainable solutions in energy, environment, and food &ndash; and the Middle East &amp; Africa (MEA) region plays a vital role in that journey.
 
 
 With a growing footprint across more than 40 countries, Alfa Laval MEA supports customers across key sectors such as energy, marine, food processing, water treatment, and heavy industries. Our presence is anchored by strategic hubs in the UAE (regional headquarters), Saudi Arabia, Qatar, South Africa, Angola, Egypt, and Kenya, along with strong service and distribution networks throughout the region.
 
 
 As industries in MEA transform and grow, Alfa Laval is at the forefront &ndash; delivering cutting-edge technologies, localized support, and customer-centric innovation. We are investing in people, digitalization, and sustainability to shape a smarter, more resilient future for the region.
 
 
 Joining Alfa Laval MEA means being part of a diverse, dynamic, and purpose-driven team, working closely with customers to create real impact &ndash; today and for generations to come
 
 
 We are now looking for a for an Inspirational leader to spearheading
 
 Legal
 
 
 function
 
 in MEA , partnering closely with the business leaders and managers.
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 You will be a member of Management team, directly reporting to Cluster President of Alfa Laval MEA.
 
 
 Moreover, you will be responsible for leading, developing and securing a high performing team in line with the Alfa Laval culture.
 
 
 
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 We are seeking a dynamic and experienced legal professional to join our team. This role is responsible for developing and implementing legal strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives. The ideal candidate will provide proactive legal advice to support decision-making across various business segments, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Provide legal expertise and support in either a specific legal competence area (specialist competence) and/or all fields of business and commercial law (generalist competence area), including commercial contracts, R&amp;D, product liability, M&amp;A and intellectual property (except for patent and design) through sound commercial, legal and ethical risk assessments.
 
 
 Proactively partner with and advise management on potential legal matters to maximize business opportunities.
 
 
 Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts Implementing and actively participating in the continuous improvement of related policies and processes, template agreements, and supporting tools.
 
 
 Educating business colleagues in legal competence areas and/or commercial contract, corporate governance and ethics and ensuring knowledge sharing within the legal and compliance team.
 
 
 Managing and coordinating disputes and litigations in liaison with external counsels.
 
 
 Keep updated on legislative trends and changes, and support the business to mitigate risks, which may affect the business
 
 
 
 To contribute effectively to our business, you will require these essential skills
 
 
 
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 LLB/LLM from a recognized law university with 10&ndash;12 years of progressive legal experience.
 </li>
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 Strong working knowledge of labour laws across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar is highly preferred.
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 Proven experience and capability in leading and developing a high-performing legal and compliance team of two / three professionals.
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 Fluency in Arabic is essential for effective stakeholder engagement.
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 Proven track record of managing legal affairs within a multinational organization.
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 Demonstrated experience in negotiating and structuring complex commercial agreements with global entities.
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 Strong commercial orientation with the ability to align legal strategy to business objectives and build trusted partnerships across functions.
 
 
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 Reporting Relationship
 
 
 
 This role reports to the Cluster President MEA
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Dubai / Abu Dhabi / Al Khobar
 
 
 "We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status."
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Head of Legal & Compliance

ByteDance

Location: 
Dubai
 
Team: 
Legal
 
Employment Type: 
Regular
 
Job Code: 
A158511A
 
Responsibilities
 
The legal team is growing together with our company and is committed to provide top-end in-house legal services to our internal clients. We are looking for a competent candidate to join us to work closely with internal stakeholders to provide pragmatic and strategic advice on innovative enterprise and consumer product offerings and services in the region.
 
This position provides candidates with a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge issues in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Candidates must be highly collaborative, self-motivated, adept at strategic thinking, and intellectually curious.
 
Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Develop and execute strategic legal support frameworks aligned with the business’s global development goals. Collaborate closely with senior business leaders to anticipate legal needs in new markets, regional expansions, and cross-border initiatives, providing proactive legal guidance to shape global business strategies and mitigate potential legal risks.</li>
<li>Serve as the primary legal partner for enterprise business units globally (exl. China), delivering end-to-end legal support throughout the business lifecycle, from new product launches, commercial partnerships, and large-scale client engagements to revenue-driving initiatives. Translate complex legal requirements into actionable business recommendations, enabling the business to pursue growth opportunities while upholding legal and regulatory standards.</li>
<li>Drive the design and implementation of global legal compliance programs tailored to enterprise business operations, ensuring adherence to local, regional, and international laws. Monitor compliance adoption across business teams, conduct regular legal risk assessments, and lead corrective actions to address gaps, fostering a culture of legal compliance within the organization.</li>
<li>Leverage deep expertise in enterprise business operations (e.g., B2B services, large-scale commercial transactions, enterprise product ecosystems) to provide specialized legal advice. Demonstrate strong proficiency in product law, commercial contract law, and industry-specific regulations, leading the team to deliver high-quality, business-aligned legal solutions that balance risk and innovation.</li>
<li>Effectively allocate global legal resources to prioritize critical business needs and resolve complex legal issues efficiently. Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders, including sales, operations, and finance teams, through clear communication, active listening, and collaborative problem-solving, ensuring legal support is integrated seamlessly into business workflows.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
 
Minimum Qualifications: 
<ul>
<li>Minimum of 3+ years specializing in enterprise business legal support (e.g., B2B commercial transactions, enterprise product legal counsel, cross-border business expansions).</li>
<li>At least 3 years of team leadership experience, including managing a legal BP team or a specialized corporate legal team that supports business units directly.</li>
<li>Strong command of commercial contract law, product law, and enterprise business-related regulations.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to apply this expertise to resolve complex legal issues in enterprise business scenarios.</li>
<li>High level of proficiency/fluency in both English and Mandarin (spoken and written) for global stakeholder collaboration</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications: 
<ul>
<li>In-house experience in an international organization.</li>
<li>Strong collaboration, documentation, presentation, and communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently on many different projects at once in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Strong sense of problem solving and proactive work ethic.</li>
<li>Determination to face tough challenges in a fast-paced environment while keeping a sense of humor.</li>
</ul>
Job Information
 
About Us
 
Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.
 
Why Join ByteDance
 
Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.
 
As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
 
Diversity & Inclusion
 
ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

Head of Legal for Enterprise Business

Citi

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Discover your future at Citi</h2>
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Overview</h2>
This position is within the Cards Collections and Recovery Risk team. As part of this team, the successful candidate will be responsible for helping manage Recovery and late stage Collections Strategy, Operations Oversight, and daily interaction with the Collections and Recovery policy and operations teams. The role is accountable for supporting cooperative deployment of strategies designed to meet portfolio Risk Appetite goals and the execution of routines to monitor a full spectrum of processes. The individual will work closely with the Collections and Recovery Operations team, Collections and Recovery Policy team and Cards Risk Management leaders to ensure alignment between strategy and operations areas. 
 
Responsibilities:
oManage a team of analysts and senior analysts located throughout the US and India.
oOptimizing existing late stage collections and recovery strategies pertaining to legal treatments, asset sales, external agencies, and internal recovery unit.
oWorking across Internal Recovery and Agency risk peer groups to optimize full end-to-end recovery life cycle of accounts from both a lifetime liquidation and Net Present Value perspective.
oRepresenting Risk Management on inter-departmental Process Teams.
oParticipating in creating system requirements for new collections and recovery strategies and represent Risk Management throughout the development life cycle of a new strategy or policy.
oMaking recommendations and communicating the results to senior management.
oEvaluating effectiveness of current collections and recovery policies and strategies.
oMaking significant contributions in the development of analytical tools used in the assessment of Collections and Recovery risk and policy.
oAppropriately 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:
oFour-year degree in Statistics, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field, or equivalent work experience; Graduate degree is highly desirable
oMinimum 10 years of related analytic experience in a collections or recovery environment
oMinimum 5+ years of experience in statistical analysis with working knowledge of at least one of the following statistical software packages: SAS, SPSS, Python, Statistica, S+ or some equivalent or R/ R Studio
oDemonstrated ability to synthesize, prioritize and drive results with a high sense of urgency
oStrong project management ability
oConsistently demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication
oPrevious management experience 
 
Education:<ul><li>
Bachelors level degree in Business, Statistics, Mathematics, or Engineering, or equivalent work experience. Master&rsquo;s degree preferred</li></ul> 
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
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Job Family Group:
Risk Management
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Job Family:
Risk Framework and Policy
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Time Type:
Full time
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Primary Location:
Wilmington Delaware United States
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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$156,160.00 - $234,240.00 
In addition to salary, Citi&rsquo;s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental &amp; 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.
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Most Relevant Skills
Analytical Thinking, Change Management, Communication, Constructive Debate, Escalation Management, Policy and Procedure, Policy and Regulation, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Identification and Assessment, Stakeholder Management.
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Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Nov 17, 2025
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Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi. 
 
View Citi&rsquo;s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.</div>

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