Attorney

LEGAL

We 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

The Legal Division is looking for an attorney with 8 plus years’ experience to join the Global Banking and Markets Legal team in New York, NY or Dallas, TX.  The key responsibilities of the position will be supporting Goldman Sachs’ custody business for registered investment advisors (RIA Custody business).  The RIA Custody business is an execution, clearing and custody platform that serves independent RIAs.  

Principal Responsibilities

• Advise on the strategy, development, integration and expansion of the RIA Custody business, including legal and regulatory analysis of existing products and new initiatives.
• Assist the client services teams in dealing with our clients’ requests.
• Assist Compliance in producing responses to regulatory inquiries.
• Communicate with various regulatory bodies directly and through industry associations regarding changes in laws and policies that may have an impact on the business.
• Provide education and direction to other departments on the application of rules and regulations.
• Create and negotiate agreements that relate to brokerage and custody services.
• Manage outside counsel.
• Collaborate across control groups to drive execution and ensure consistency in risk management.

Basic Qualifications

• 8 plus years of relevant legal experience post JD.
• Strong knowledge of SEC and FINRA rules governing broker-dealers.
• Knowledge of the SEC and state rules governing investment advisers is a plus.
• In-house experience in a RIA Custody business is a significant plus.
• Strong legal and business judgment, writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to clearly articulate ideas and develop stakeholder relationships.
• A fast learner who is excited about learning something new outside of their comfort zone.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• In-house experience at a broker-dealer or registered investment advisor in legal or compliance
• Experience at a federal regulator or self-regulatory organization
• Outstanding law firm credentials

Preferred Qualifications

• In-house experience at a broker-dealer or registered investment advisor in legal or compliance
• Experience at a federal regulator or self-regulatory organization
• Outstanding law firm credentials

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

 

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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. 

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Salary Range 
The expected base salary for this New York, New York, United States-based position is $170000-$270000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.

Benefits 
Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here.