Legal, Asset Management Attorney - Registered Funds (ETF), Vice President, New York City or Dal[...]

The Goldman Sachs Group; New York, Cary (NY, NC); On-site; USD 170,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced attorney to join their dynamic legal team. This role focuses on asset management and requires expertise in the Investment Company Act, along with strong analytical and communication skills. You will support various portfolio management teams and contribute to strategic initiatives in a challenging business environment. The firm values diversity and inclusion, providing a supportive workplace where your skills can thrive. If you're looking to make a significant impact in the financial sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of legal experience in asset management or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills and sound judgment are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support portfolio management teams on transactions for investment funds.
• Identify legal risks and manage external counsel.

Skills

Investment Company Act expertise

Investment Advisers Act knowledge

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal relationship development

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from a well-regarded law school

Job description

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

Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) is looking for an attorney with asset management experience including Investment Company Act expertise related to mutual funds, ETFs, interval funds and business development companies and related investment advisory matters. The role will be within the Asset and Wealth (AWM) legal team and will focus on the regulation, establishment, management, governance, distribution and marketing of registered funds which invest in securities generally in the public markets (equity and debt as well as other asset classes such as credit, real estate, infrastructure and impact investing). The attorney will also support various portfolio management teams on executing transactions for its investment funds and related accounts. The attorney will also support various strategic initiatives related to the public investing business of GSAM. Primary responsibilities also involve identification of legal and reputational risks, managing external counsel and involvement with investment and related committees. The AWM legal team provides ongoing support with respect to other advisory, regulatory and asset management issues as well. Given the fundamental developments in regulations globally applicable to the firm's businesses and the markets that it operates, a key component of the role will also include contributing to the analysis of, and formulation of strategic responses to, shifting legal and regulatory frameworks.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• 4+ years related legal experience in a well-regarded law firm or an in-house role


• Expertise the in the Investment Company Act


• Working knowledge of Investment Advisers Act useful


• Outstanding law firm and law school credentials


• Thought leader; strong analytical skills; sound judgment


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Motivation to expand skill set and excel in a challenging business environment


• Team player; adept at developing interpersonal relationships
  

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, sex, national origin, age, veterans status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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.