Lead Counsel, Asset Management – London

Goldman Sachs Bank AG

Greater London

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Goldman Sachs London is seeking an experienced lawyer to join the EMEA Separate Accounts Legal team. You will advise on complex investment management and advisory arrangements and lead documentation from RFP to completion.

You will work closely with investment, client coverage, compliance and product teams, draft bespoke provisions, and maintain templates and negotiation playbooks. The role requires at least 4 years post-qualification experience in asset management or finance-focused practice,

Qualifications

Strong drafting and analytical skills essential for reviewing and negotiating complex investment management documents.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate across teams to deliver timely legal support.
Proven project management capabilities with the ability to drive initiatives and templates across jurisdictional boundaries.

Responsibilities

Lead legal engagement for investment management and advisory arrangements from RFP stage to completion.
Advise on strategic client projects and product initiatives.
Draft, review and negotiate bespoke contractual provisions relating to investment contracts, reporting, liability, delegation, outsourcing and governance matters.
Maintain and enhance legal templates and negotiation playbooks.
Provide legal and regulatory advice on UK and EU asset management regulations.
Coordinate with teams across the firm to deliver legal support for transactions and other strategic business initiatives.
Supervise and coordinate work performed by external counsel.
Identify and assess legal, regulatory and reputational risks associated with investment management activities.