VP, Equities Derivatives Counsel

Goldman Sachs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Sachs is seeking an experienced corporate attorney to support the Equity Derivatives Legal team. The role focuses on advising on legal issues in equity-linked derivatives products and drafting/negotiating transaction documents in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with business teams that structure and execute derivatives products, ensuring compliance with U.S. securities laws and broker-dealer regulations. Strong ISDA knowledge and collaboration across stakeholders are essential.

Qualifications

• 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.

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, elevate 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 counsel

Skills

Equity derivatives experience

ISDA documentation

Legal drafting & negotiation

Regulatory knowledge (Securities laws)

Communication skills

Team player

Education

J.D. required; NY Bar

Job description

Goldman Sachs is seeking an experienced corporate attorney to support the Equity Derivatives Legal team. The role focuses on advising on legal issues in equity-linked derivatives products and drafting/negotiating transaction documents in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with business teams that structure and execute derivatives products, ensuring compliance with U.S. securities laws and broker-dealer regulations. Strong ISDA knowledge and collaboration across stakeholders are essential.