Job Summary

Scroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks. Job Description What is the opportunity? As Managing Counsel in RBC's US Capital Markets Law Group, you will serve as a key senior member advising RBC's U.S. Global Equities and Global Investment Banking platforms, focusing on equity derivatives, margin loans, and structured notes. You will identify and explain legal, regulatory, and contractual risks for proposed transactions, covering these products. Collaborate with business and other functions to develop solutions to mitigate risk, draft and negotiate agreements, and support junior attorneys. Working arrangement: In office at least three days per week. What will you do? Serve as senior counsel advising on issuer call spreads, capped calls, ASRs, ATM Forwards, 10b5-1/10b-18 plans, structured margin loans, and derivatives related to affiliate and restricted stock hedging and monetization. Lead on legal and regulatory developments, maintaining and updating documentation accordingly, with delegation to junior attorneys. Engage with Sales, Trading, Structuring, Risk, Tax, and other teams regarding transaction structuring, execution, risk mitigation, approvals, and lifecycle events. Lead ad hoc projects, regulatory or legal changes, and new business initiatives. Collaborate with front office, Litigation, and control functions on regulatory inquiries and remediation efforts. Manage external counsel relationships as needed. What do you need to succeed? Must-have Law Degree; member in good standing of a U.S. state bar; 7-12 years of legal experience. Knowledge of '33 and '34 Acts. Familiarity with ISDA documentation, especially the 2002 Equity Definitions. Strong drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Nice-to-have Experience with equity derivatives and/or structured notes at a major bank or law firm. Understanding of derivative economics, market practices, and regulations (e.g., Dodd-Frank Title VII). Experience with margin loans or fund financing. Knowledge of UCC Articles 8 and 9, and the US Bankruptcy Code. What's in it for you? We value growth, collaboration, and community impact. Our benefits include bonuses, flexible benefits, competitive pay, stock options, leadership support, and opportunities for challenging work and career advancement. We promote work/life balance and a dynamic team environment. The salary range is $240,000–$275,000, depending on experience, skills, and market conditions. Total compensation may include bonuses, commissions, benefits, and other elements. Our compensation philosophy supports high performance, strategic goals, shareholder value, and attracting top talent. Job Skills Business Perspective, Coaching Others, Customer Service Management, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Group Problem Solving, High Impact Communication, Legal Practices, Time Management Additional Job Details Address: GOLDMAN SACHS TOWER, 30 HUDSON STREET, JERSEY CITY City: Jersey City Country: United States of America Work hours/week: 40 Employment Type: Full time Platform: CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRP Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2025-07-08 Application Deadline: 2025-08-26 Note : Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above. Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment At RBC, we believe in an inclusive workplace with diverse perspectives. We are committed to supporting our employees to perform at their best, collaborate effectively, innovate, and grow professionally. Our policies foster a respectful, inclusive environment that supports belonging and opportunity for all. Join our Talent Community to stay informed about career opportunities, tips, and events. Discover how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com.

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