Asset & Wealth Management - Wealth Management Risk Team, Analyst/Associate,

at  Goldman Sachs

YOUR IMPACT

Are you a strategic thinker with a strong work ethic, desire to work within a growing global business, and ability to think outside the box? Analysts/Associates on the Global Risk Management Team will gain exposure and access to senior managers in PWM, build expertise in risk analysis and risk management, and develop a deeper understanding of the PWM business on a macro level. The team is seeking a candidate who has the ability to thrive in a fast paced environment where attention to detail, strong communication skills, and passion for working with others are essential to maintaining and enhancing our business.

OUR IMPACT

Private Wealth Management (PWM) secures, develops and manages relationships with high net worth individuals, their families, family offices and foundations. PWM assists clients with building and preserving their financial wealth by creating and implementing long-term asset allocation within the context of each client’s particular risk tolerance, and by providing access to innovative investment ideas and opportunities. PWM professionals develop customized investment strategies and offer a full array of wealth management products and services, including private banking and trust company services.
The PWM Global Business Risk Management team is the In-Business function that provides analysis, review and management of the client, product, and platform related risks of the PWM business. We are looking for an analytical and quantitative Analyst or Associate or to work on the team, based in London.
This role focuses on credit and suitability risks: our exposure to our clients through their investing and trading activities using leverage, complex products or more volatile asset classes. You will work closely with EMEA and Asia PWM Management Teams, Credit Risk Officers, PWM Product Specialists and Private Wealth Advisors to review and advise on various activities.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a financial organization, preferably in the private wealth high net worth area or a Credit/Market Risk function.
• Good base of derivatives knowledge – pricing, risk management of structured products, options and more exotic derivatives.
• Experience in risk analysis and management – VaR and Stress Testing.
• Exposure to Margin / Collateral Management systems.
• Outstanding analytical skills; ability to work with detailed financial or other data and understand and communicate commercial implications.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; confidence to work closely with senior managementHighly organized with attention to detail

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