Location
London, Greater London, England

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
We are looking for an Associate to join our Consumer Retail Investment Banking team in London and use their skills and ideas to contribute to the success of Goldman Sachs. Associates play a key role in developing and strengthening client relationships, participating on advisory teams, and structuring and executing a full range of financial transactions. Responsibilities include creating and analyzing financial models, organizing and preparing client presentations, managing transaction processes, and assisting in transaction structuring. Associates gain exposure to the firm’s businesses and expand their knowledge of the investment banking industry while developing key analytical, communication, and marketing skills.

Associates develop financial models, perform customized company valuation analysis, and are actively involved in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions as well as fixed income and equity issuances. They organize and prepare presentations explaining industry trends, assess clients’ situations to provide tailored 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 negotiating legal documentation.

From maintaining client communication to helping structure client transactions, Associates are vital to Goldman Sachs’ banking team investments. They also play an integral role in fostering a strong apprenticeship culture through ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development of analysts and interns.

Experience
Minimum 3 years’ investment banking or equivalent experience. Proven track record of outstanding academic and professional achievement.

About you
Excellent presentation and communication skills. Strong financial modeling skills. Exceptional work ethic, motivation, and strong attention to detail. Strong team orientation with demonstrated ability to work effectively with team members across multiple groups and regions. Experience in training and mentoring junior team members.

Qualifications
Relevant academic and professional qualifications aligned with investment banking roles. Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.