Peter Geraghty serves as Vice President and Senior Legal Director at Goldman Sachs, where he plays a pivotal role in navigating the complex legal landscape of the financial services industry. With extensive experience as a General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, Peter leads a dedicated...
Peter Geraghty serves as Vice President and Senior Legal Director at Goldman Sachs, where he plays a pivotal role in navigating the complex legal landscape of the financial services industry. With extensive experience as a General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, Peter leads a dedicated team within the Equities Legal Group, focusing on providing comprehensive legal coverage for the firm’s third-party investment advisor custody business, known as Goldman Sachs Advisor Solutions, as well as its broker-dealer clearing operations.
His expertise spans a wide array of financial instruments and regulatory frameworks, including equities, derivatives, and fixed income, which positions him as a key resource in capital markets transactions and compliance matters. Peter's in-depth knowledge of broker-dealer and investment adviser regulation ensures that Goldman Sachs remains compliant with evolving securities regulations, while also facilitating innovative solutions for clients.
Currently, he is spearheading several high-impact projects aimed at enhancing the firm’s legal infrastructure and risk management protocols. His work involves conducting due diligence for private placements, hedge funds, and private equity transactions, ensuring that all investments align with regulatory standards and internal policies. Peter’s strategic insights into market structure and trading practices further bolster his capacity to guide the firm through the intricacies of mergers and acquisitions, as well as securities regulation. With a strong commitment to fostering a culture of compliance and ethical governance, Peter Geraghty exemplifies leadership in the ever-evolving financial landscape.
