Legal, Litigation Attorney, Vice President, New York

Goldman Sachs, Inc.; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 170 000 - 270 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Goldman Sachs in New York seeks an attorney with deep experience in financial services law to provide strategic counsel across internal and government investigations, regulatory matters, and contracts. You will lead external counsel, collaborate with business and control groups, and help manage risk with clear, practical guidance in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

This role emphasizes judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex concepts simply while supporting

Qualifications

• 6 years of law firm or financial services experience.
• Significant financial services industry exposure.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and deadlines.
• Experience with government investigations preferred.
• Excellent judgment and risk assessment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate across teams.

Responsabilités

• Lead and advise on internal and government investigations.
• Manage external counsel and coordinate with internal teams.
• Advise business and control groups on regulatory and reputational issues.

Connaissances

Regulatory investigations

Internal investigations

Financial services

Formation

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Description du poste

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

• Leading and providing strategic, hands-on advice on internal investigations and government investigations.
• Managing external counsel and coordinating with internal teams.
• Advising business and control groups within the firm on regulatory, commercial issues and reputational risk.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Lawyer with 6 years’ experience at a leading law firm, financial services in-house position, or a relevant government/regulatory agency enforcement position.
• Significant experience in the financial services industry.
• Excellent interpersonal and client skills; ability to build and maintain strong relationship with relevant business and control groups within the firm; ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and simply, and to present clear choices.
• Highly motivated and proactive, with the ability to respond quickly in a fast-paced high-pressure environment, and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Excellent judgment and ability to assess risks.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several simultaneous matters under deadlines.
• Strong work ethic and personal accountability.
• Experience handling government investigations and internal investigations at financial institutions preferred.

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

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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

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

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.