Legal Support - Outside Counsel Engagement Lead, Vp

Citi Handlowy

Tampa, Florida, United States
Base: $103,920.00 - $155,880.00; bonus/equity: dis...
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Manage outside counsel strategy
Drive financial discipline
Ensure operational excellence
Citi Handlowy is seeking a Lead Legal Support Officer for The Americas to manage outside counsel relationships and drive operational excellence across North and Latin America. The ideal candidate will have 6-10 years of relevant experience in the legal or financial services sector, excellent interpersonal skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job Summary

  • The Lead Legal Support Officer for The Americas is responsible for executing the regional outside counsel strategy by managing key law firm relationships, driving financial discipline, and ensuring operational excellence across North and Latin America.
  • Responsibilities include managing day-to-day relationships with assigned law firms, implementing and maintaining agreed-upon rate structures, monitoring spend, and identifying cost optimization opportunities.
  • The role requires tracking and reporting on law firm performance, assisting with law firm onboarding and panel management, and serving as a regional Subject Matter Expert for e-billing and OCM tools.

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Citi Handlowy is seeking a Lead Legal Support Officer for The Americas to manage outside counsel relationships and drive operational excellence across North and Latin America. The ideal candidate will have 6-10 years of relevant experience in the legal or financial services sector, excellent interpersonal skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Salary

Base: $103,920.00 - $155,880.00; Bonus/Equity: discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards; Benefits: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage outside counsel strategy
  • Drive financial discipline
  • Ensure operational excellence
  • Manage law firm relationships
  • Track and report on performance
  • Subject Matter Expert for e-billing tools

Nice-to-have

  • Cultivate strong partnerships
  • Identify cost optimization opportunities
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives
  • Provide guidance on best practices

Key Requirements

  • 6-10 years of relevant industry experience
  • Experience in an in-house legal role within financial services preferred
  • Ability to manage complex documentation
  • Excellent interpersonal and project management skills
  • Ability to interact and communicate effectively with Senior management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • In-depth knowledge of legal customs and practices
  • Knowledge and understanding of the financial services industry

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