Legal, Global Banking and Markets, Fixed Income, Currency and Commodities (FICC) Lawyer, Associate/Vice President, LondonJob DescriptionOUR IMPACTWe operate at the intersection of finance and law, providing counsel and advice that support various activities across the firm. Our work includes litigation and arbitration, research and due diligence, financing and legal filings, and managing contracts and intellectual property rights. Whether you're an experienced attorney or a quick learner with a strong interest in financial law and critical thinking skills, our dynamic group might be right for you.YOUR IMPACTWe seek a lawyer to join the Fixed Income, Currency and Commodities (FICC) legal team, focusing on supporting our cash bond trading, interest rate derivatives, and hedging strategies for corporates. The role involves transactional, trading, and regulatory advice across a broad range of cash and derivatives products. The team advises on structuring and executing transactions, developing new platforms and services, regulatory and market structure matters, and managing legal and reputational risks. We collaborate with stakeholders including trading, investment banking, compliance, internal audit, and operations.Responsibilities include:Advising on risk management and cross-border legal issues, especially related to complex hedging and financing structures, market reforms, and new product development.Assisting with structuring, negotiating, and drafting client and transactional documents, including coordination with external counsel.Providing advice on the impact of EU and UK regulatory developments related to cash and derivatives FICC businesses.SKILLS & EXPERIENCEMinimum of 3 years post-qualification relevant experience in a comparable institution or reputable law firm.Experience advising on regulatory and transactional matters, preferably related to derivatives and fixed income.Exposure to financial market regulations such as EMIR and MiFID II.Ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and accessibly.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Proactive with effective prioritization skills in a challenging environment.Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills, capable of working with diverse global stakeholders including trading, sales, control functions, and legal teams.ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHSGoldman Sachs is committed to helping clients, shareholders, and communities grow through our people, capital, and ideas. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm headquartered in New York with offices worldwide.We value diversity and inclusion, offering opportunities for professional and personal growth through training, networks, benefits, wellness programs, and more. Learn about our culture and benefits at GS.com/careers.Goldman Sachs is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
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