Vice President, Legal, Deposits & Electronic Payments Attorney Greater New York City, NY Area

The Company is seeking a Vice President, Legal, Deposits & Electronic Payments Attorney to advise on legal and regulatory matters involving U.S. consumer deposits, electronic payments, digital interfaces, and related services. Responsibilities include providing legal, contractual, and transactional support for new and existing offerings; reviewing product designs; and drafting and maintaining agreements, disclosures, and other documentation. The attorney will work with business, compliance, risk, and legal colleagues to develop policies, procedures, and controls, support regulatory change management, and monitor legal and market developments. The role also involves advising on payment-system obligations, supporting cross-enterprise initiatives, and coordinating with external counsel and other stakeholders. Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor degree and be actively admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with at least five years of relevant experience at a law firm or financial institution. Required expertise includes U.S. deposit and electronic payments laws and regulations, including Regulation E, Regulation DD, Regulation CC, FDIC requirements, and UDAAP standards. Experience advising on payment systems and related billing or transaction disputes is also required. The ideal candidate demonstrates sound judgment, independence, collaboration, and the ability to translate complex legal requirements into clear, practical guidance while managing competing priorities and assessing risk.

Hiring Company

Goldman Sachs