Legal, Title I ERISA Attorney, Vice President, New York City

Goldman Sachs • New York, NY

234d • $170,000 - $270,000

About The Position

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. This attorney would be a member of the ERISA Legal group, which group advises the firm's various businesses in connection with products and services offered to ERISA plans and individual retirement accounts. Areas of coverage include the firm's fiduciary and advisory businesses. The group also provides assistance on fiduciary matters related to the firm's internal benefit plans.

Requirements

• Lawyer with a minimum of four years of experience preferred.
• Strong grounding in the fiduciary and prohibited transaction rules of ERISA and the Internal Revenue Code.
• Enjoy collaborating with both internal and external clients to solve challenging and interesting issues.
• Ability to effectively prioritize competing priorities.
• Strategic thinking, excellent judgment and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on ERISA Title I and Internal Revenue Code considerations across various lines of business.
• Advise on existing and new services and product offerings across institutional and retail channels for retirement investors.
• Negotiate investment management agreements, trading documents and other contracts involving plan assets.
• Participate in client onboarding and implementation.
• Support the firm's qualified professional asset manager (QPAM) compliance program.
• Provide legal support with respect to fiduciary matters relating to in-house benefit plans; advise on changes to ERISA rules impacting benefit plan fiduciaries.
• Attend ERISA industry group meetings and calls; participate and provide input on comment letters and other advocacy efforts.
• Advise on changes in ERISA and IRC laws and regulations that have impact on the firm's various lines of business.
• Provide assistance with relevant ERISA-related news and updates for internal stakeholder groups; prepare summaries and assist with circulation of materials to keep relevant stakeholders informed.
• Prepare internal ERISA training materials and memos; assist with training and educational sessions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $170,000-$270,000.
• Eligibility for a discretionary bonus if an active employee as of fiscal year-end.
• Valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: No Education Listed