Legal, Equities Derivatives Attorney, Vice President, New York City

LEGALWe 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.The Goldman Sachs Global Banking and Markets -- Equities Derivatives Legal team is seeking an experienced corporate attorney to provide legal support to business teams that structure and execute equity-linked derivatives products. Primary responsibilities will include advising on legal issues in connection with equity-linked derivatives products, and drafting/negotiating/executing derivatives and financing transaction documents.This attorney must be experienced in ISDA architecture/documentation, U.S. securities law, broker-dealer regulations, Exchange Act rules and some Title VII. He or she must be comfortable with products for issuers (e.g., ASRs, call-spread overlays and VPFs), as well as products for affiliates/shareholders. Experience with margin loans would be a plus.Responsibilities: * Provide legal advice in connection with equity-linked derivatives transactions (delta one and non-delta one) in a fast-paced environment. * Draft, negotiate and execute transaction documents independently or with other team members * Timely identify, escalate and communicate issues to senior members of the legal department * Coordinate and collaborate with a diverse set of stakeholders to identify and help mitigate legal, regulatory and reputational risks * Instruct/work with/manage external counselQualifications: * 3-10 years of experience in equity derivatives at a leading law firm or equivalent experience at a large financial institution. * J.D. required; active member of the New York State Bar in good standing. * Knowledge of and experience with complex equity-linked derivatives products. * Knowledge of and experience with U.S. securities laws (e.g., Section 5), broker-dealer regulations, Exchange Act rules (e.g., 10b5, Rule 144) and some Title VII. * Excellent communications skills * Team player with inherent commercial judgment and strong analytical skills. * High attention to detail with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under tight deadlines. * Ability to engage proactively as an advisor to the business and collaboratively work with other control areas. * Self-starter, strong work ethic and personal accountability.ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS At 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. Learn more: https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/footer/disability-statement.html The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2023. All rights reserved.Goldman Sachs is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, se