The Agency & Trust team provides innovative banking solutions to financial institutions, corporate clients, and public sector entities around the world.The business offers a full range of agency, fiduciary, tender and exchange, depository and escrow services in both developed and emerging markets.Position: C13 VP Product SpecialistResponsibilities:Lead negotiations and implementation process of Agency & Trust Clients' contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable regulation and alignment with product definitions and internal policies for new and existing transactions.Execution and closing of syndicated loan agreements, including new deals and amendments.Liaise and coordinate pre-closing requirements with internal and external clients.Attend work meetings with clients and any parties involved in the structure.Work with Corporate Bank officers and professionals, and participate in particular client transactions, projects or assignments.Responsible for requesting and coordinating support to the internal areas for the execution of customer requirements such as Operations, IBCO, Compliance, Taxes, Legal, etc.Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular considerations for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets.Obtain "sign off" on the Contracts from the parties involved in the negotiation process.Verify that all precedent conditions, additional approvals and formalities have been obtained prior to executing any Client Contract.Handle the Contract signing process, coordinating with all internal and external areas involved.Coordinate and liaise with other teams internally and externally, locally and regionally.Conduct meetings to discuss new or existing amended transactions with participating areas.Work with local teams for tracking and follow-up for completion and filing of annual reviews, covenant compliance checklists, inspections and other reporting requirements.Prepare checklists for deal implementation, documentation, and transaction checklists.Collaborate with Product and Sales Managers on structuring business deals.Serve as main point of contact for the client and the business during the negotiation and implementation process.Participate in Deal Review, Sales, Product, RM meetings.Participate in Client Meetings and perform follow-ups on Documentation and Deferrals.Respond to Client, Product, Sales, and Operations regarding escalation questions of the deal structure or contractual obligations.Provide insight and recommendations on best practices around policies and procedures.Qualifications:Knowledge of Issuer Services (Agency & Trust).5 -10 years banking experience.Knowledge of fiduciary and syndicated loans products, the different roles and services.Proven business engagement skills.Experience of successfully interacting with external and internal clients at all levels.Teamwork, communication and negotiation skills.Ability to work when the situation requires immediate action and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements.Ability to work unsupervised and adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.Demonstrated analytical and influencing skills to negotiate.Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication.Fluency in both Portuguese and English.Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.Ability to collaborate across departments to deliver effective solutions for our clients.Ability to create connections with clients, aiming to provide a satisfactory client experience.Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience in Law or Economic areas (Accounting, Administration, Economics, Finance, or related areas).Master's degree preferred.Job Family Group: Product Management and DevelopmentJob Family: Product ManagementTime Type: Full timeCiti is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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