Legal, Global Banking and Markets Derivatives Attorney, Vice President New York - - Vice President

Company: Goldman Sachs Bank AG
Location: New York
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Legal, Global Banking and Markets Derivatives Attorney, Vice PresidentLocation: New York, New York, United StatesOpportunity OverviewCorporate Title: Vice PresidentOffice Location(s): New YorkJob Function: Business Unit LegalDivision: LegalLegalWe work at the intersection of finance and law, providing counsel and advice that support activities across the firm. We handle litigation and arbitration, perform research and due diligence, aid in financing and legal filings, deal with contracts and intellectual property rights that show our commitment to clients, shareholders, and regulators. Whether you're an experienced attorney or a quick learner with a strong interest in financial law coupled with critical thinking skills, our dynamic group might be right for you.Role OverviewGoldman Sachs FICC Legal is looking for an attorney to provide legal coverage related to the trading and documentation of OTC foreign exchange and interest rate derivatives transactions and related financing transactions. The attorney will have primary responsibility for reviewing OTC derivatives documentation to ensure such derivatives meet expectations of applicable stakeholders related to collateral packages, commercial terms, industry standards, netting and collateral enforceability. Additional responsibilities will include analysis of regulations and related advocacy, including working with industry groups on global regulatory changes affecting derivatives and other fixed income products. The attorney would be part of the global FICC Legal team which is part of the broader Global Banking & Markets Legal team and provides ongoing support on behalf of all of the trading, capital raising and other activities of Goldman Sachs' Global Banking & Markets franchise.Responsibilities

• Documentation Reviews - Assist with (i) developing standard ISDA and other trading documentation language and addressing questions that arise under such documentation and (ii) reviewing M&A and financing documents for structured OTC swap transactions related to such documents and to assess the treatment of swaps under such documents.
• Regulatory Analysis and Compliance - Help analyze new and proposed rules and ensure that any derivative trades are in compliance with regulatory and capital rules.
• Participation in Industry Groups - Attend industry group meetings and calls and participate in other advocacy efforts as appropriate.Qualifications:
  • J.D. from an accredited law school and NY bar membership in good standing.
  • At least 5 years related legal experience post-JD in a law firm, fund, asset management firm or investment bank.
  • Strong substantive knowledge of and significant experience in derivatives, financing and regulatory matters.
  • High level of initiative, integrity, organizational and commercial instincts.
  • Ability to identify issues, articulate legal arguments and present to senior stakeholders.
  • Diligent, hard-working and poised under pressure.
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills.About Goldman SachsAt Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world.We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers.We're committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process.Goldman Sachs is an equal employment/affirmative action employer Female/Minority/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
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