Global Banking & Markets, Investment Banking, Classic, Consumer Retail, London, Associate

Role Responsibilities

Our Associates play an important role in developing and strengthening our client relationships, participating on our advisory teams and in structuring and executing a full range of financial transactions. Their responsibilities include creating and analyzing financial models, organizing and preparing client presentations, helping manage transaction processes, and assisting in structuring transactions. They will gain exposure to the firm’s businesses and expand their knowledge of the investment banking industry, as they develop key analytical, communications and marketing skills.

Associates develop financial models, perform customized company valuation analysis, and are actively involved in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions and fixed income and equity issuances. They organize and prepare presentations, which explain industry trends, assess clients’ situations to provide the necessary financial advice, and recommend strategies to meet client goals. Additionally, Associates coordinate teams of tax advisors, attorneys, and bankers for various transactions; lead due diligence processes and actively participate in the negotiations of legal documentation. From maintaining client communication to helping Goldman Sachs structure client transactions, our Associates are a vital part of Goldman Sachs’ banking team’s investments.

Our Associates also play an integral role in fostering our strong apprenticeship culture, involving the ongoing training, mentoring and professional development of our analyst and intern population.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE’RE LOOKING FORBasic Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ investment banking or equivalent experience
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Strong financial modeling skills
• Exceptional work ethic, motivation level and strong attention to detail
• Strong team orientation and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with team members in multiple groups and regions
• Experience in training and mentoring more junior team members
• History of outstanding academic and professional achievement