The Intellectual Property Paralegal is a non-attorney role, responsible for providing legal support to the Citi Technology, Operations & Privacy Legal team, which covers technology transactions, digital banking, intellectual property, cybersecurity, and data privacy. The team also focuses on issues surrounding AI and emerging technologies. This role requires a pragmatic, proactive professional with an understanding of and/or interest in these subject matter areas.
Responsibilities
li> Conduct legal support activities related to technology transactions, digital banking, intellectual property, cybersecurity, data privacy, AI, and emerging technologies
Assist attorneys with managing Citi’s global portfolio of trademarks, which may include trademark docketing; managing trademark clearance, renewals, and agreements; reviewing marketing content for proper trademark use; and supporting trademark and copyright enforcement matters.
Assist attorneys with patent docketing, administrative patent tasks, and database updates and queries
Perform analytical work and legal research while staying abreast of new and changing regulatory and legal issues and industry initiatives
Create, maintain, process, review, and track legal documentation and templates under direction of counsel
Prepare reports and conduct administrative legal work, including project management and processing of billing matters
Execute multiple and complex tasks, often under tight deadlines
Consider process improvements, including responsible use of AI, to assist in the completion of job responsibilities
Work closely with attorneys, team manager, and legal peers to complete assigned tasks
Help safeguard Citigroup, its clients, and assets by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct, and business practices; and escalating, managing, and reporting control issues with transparency
Qualifications
2-5 years of relevant industry experience, preferably with some experience working in a corporate legal department or law firm
Experience with, or interest in, intellectual property preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, timeliness, efficiency, responsiveness, and workload management
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
Knowledge of legal customs and practices
Knowledge and understanding of the financial services industry
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced and high-volume practice, prioritize competing demands, and problem solve creatively
Education
Bachelors/University degree or equivalent experience.
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Job Family Group: Legal ------------------------------------------------------
Job Family: Legal Professionals ------------------------------------------------------
Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location: Tampa Florida United States ------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $62,620.00 - $87,380.00 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.
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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: Feb 03, 2026 ------------------------------------------------------
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’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
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Responsibilities
li> Conduct legal support activities related to technology transactions, digital banking, intellectual property, cybersecurity, data privacy, AI, and emerging technologies
Assist attorneys with managing Citi’s global portfolio of trademarks, which may include trademark docketing; managing trademark clearance, renewals, and agreements; reviewing marketing content for proper trademark use; and supporting trademark and copyright enforcement matters.
Assist attorneys with patent docketing, administrative patent tasks, and database updates and queries
Perform analytical work and legal research while staying abreast of new and changing regulatory and legal issues and industry initiatives
Create, maintain, process, review, and track legal documentation and templates under direction of counsel
Prepare reports and conduct administrative legal work, including project management and processing of billing matters
Execute multiple and complex tasks, often under tight deadlines
Consider process improvements, including responsible use of AI, to assist in the completion of job responsibilities
Work closely with attorneys, team manager, and legal peers to complete assigned tasks
Help safeguard Citigroup, its clients, and assets by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct, and business practices; and escalating, managing, and reporting control issues with transparency
Qualifications
2-5 years of relevant industry experience, preferably with some experience working in a corporate legal department or law firm
Experience with, or interest in, intellectual property preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, timeliness, efficiency, responsiveness, and workload management
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
Knowledge of legal customs and practices
Knowledge and understanding of the financial services industry
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced and high-volume practice, prioritize competing demands, and problem solve creatively
Education
Bachelors/University degree or equivalent experience.
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Job Family Group: Legal ------------------------------------------------------
Job Family: Legal Professionals ------------------------------------------------------
Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location: Tampa Florida United States ------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $62,620.00 - $87,380.00 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.
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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: Feb 03, 2026 ------------------------------------------------------
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’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
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