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Goldman Sachs Alternatives - Private Credit Investing - Analyst - London

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Banking & Finance
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have 1-2 years in investment banking/private credit, strong analytical skills, a passion for credit investing, excellent communication, and the ability to build relationships.
  • You will originate investment ideas, conduct due diligence, structure deals, engage with stakeholders, and monitor portfolio investments while building relationships with sponsors and management teams.

Requirements

  • Investment Banking and Private Credit/Direct Lending candidate with 1 to 2 years experience
  • Strong quantitative, financial modelling, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Passion for investing with specific interest in credit / other structured products
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Flexible and creative mindset; ability to analyze a variety of industries and businesses
  • Ability to self-direct, analyze and evaluate and form independent judgments
  • Ability to interact and build relationships with a wide variety of people

Responsibilities

  • Originating investment ideas across the product suite of Credit via early engagement with relevant parties (e.g., financial sponsors / company management teams)
  • Engaging in all aspects of due diligence and business analysis to develop and refine investment theses
  • Participating in structuring, negotiating and documenting investments
  • Communicating and defending investment theses to internal stakeholders and committees, including relevant AMD and Firm-wide Investment Committees
  • Actively monitoring existing investments in the portfolio
  • Building relationships with sponsors, management teams and internal GS stakeholders

FAQs

What is the job title for the position being advertised?

The job title is Analyst in Private Credit Investing for Goldman Sachs Alternatives.

Where is this position located?

This position is located in London.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates should have 1 to 2 years of experience in investment banking and private credit/direct lending, strong quantitative and financial modeling skills, excellent communication skills, and a passion for investing, particularly in credit/structured products.

What types of investment opportunities will I be involved in?

You will be involved in a wide range of high-profile transactions across the capital structure and various industries, including leveraged buy-outs, take privates, add-on acquisitions, and recapitalizations.

Will I be working as part of a team?

Yes, analysts work as part of small deal teams responsible for various aspects of corporate debt investments.

What is Goldman Sachs’ approach to diversity and inclusion?

Goldman Sachs is committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion within the workplace, ensuring that all employees have opportunities for professional and personal growth.

What kind of support is offered to employees?

Employees receive support both professionally and personally, including access to collaborative workspaces, ergonomic services, wellbeing offerings, and resilience programs.

Are there opportunities for career development?

Yes, individuals at Goldman Sachs are offered various training and development opportunities as well as the ability to build meaningful relationships with colleagues and clients.

What is the company’s culture like?

Goldman Sachs promotes a culture of teamwork, innovation, and meritocracy, valuing integrity and transparency in all its practices.

Does Goldman Sachs accommodate candidates with special needs or disabilities?

Yes, Goldman Sachs is committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during the recruiting process.

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Employees
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Mission & Purpose

Goldman Sachs is a global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm. They offer a range of financial services to corporations, financial institutions, governments, and individuals. Goldman Sachs' primary activities include investment banking, asset management, securities trading, and providing advisory services. Their ultimate mission is to be a leading global financial institution, providing superior financial expertise and solutions to their clients. The purpose of Goldman Sachs is to help their clients achieve their financial goals, manage risk, and navigate complex markets. They aim to drive economic growth, foster innovation, and create long-term value for their clients, shareholders, and the communities they operate in. Goldman Sachs is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and client service, serving as a trusted partner and advisor in the world of finance.

Culture & Values

  • Partnership

    We prioritize collaboration and believe in the strength of the collective, creating a culture that fosters teamwork and belonging in the pursuit of professional and personal growth.

  • Client Service

    We lead with a service mindset, working to earn our clients’ trust and exceed their expectations by understanding and overdelivering on their goals.

  • Integrity

    We hold ourselves accountable to the highest ethical standards, insisting on transparency and vigilance from our people as we learn from our experiences and make decisions that instill a sense of pride in our firm.

  • Excellence

    We aspire to nothing less than excellence, striving for exceptional performance and superior results for our clients, our shareholders, and our communities.

Benefits

  • Holiday and Vacation Policies

    We offer competitive vacation policies based on employee level and office location. This is in addition to any number of statutory and public holidays as determined by each office. We promote time off from work to recharge by providing generous vacation entitlements and a minimum of three weeks expected vacation usage each year.

  • Financial Wellness & Retirement

    The firm provides a number of resources and offerings designed to help our employees achieve their personal financial goals. We assist employees in saving and planning for retirement, offer financial support for higher education, and provide a number of benefits to help employees prepare for the unexpected. We offer live financial education and content on a variety of topics to address the spectrum of employees’ priorities — from buying a home, to navigating market volatility and investments, legacy and estate planning, tax strategies, and will preparation.

  • Health Services

    We offer a medical advocacy service for employees and family members facing critical health situations, and counseling and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We provide Global Medical, Security and Travel Assistance and a Workplace Ergonomics Program. We also offer state-of-the-art on-site health centers in certain offices.

  • Childcare / Family Care

    In some offices, we offer on-site child care centers that provide full-time and emergency back-up care, as well as mother and baby rooms and homework rooms. In every office, we provide advice and counseling services, expectant parent resources and transitional programs for parents returning from parental leave. Adoption, surrogacy, egg donation and egg retrieval stipends are also available.

  • Flexible Working

    Based on manager approval, the following arrangements may be available to help employees meet their personal and family responsibilities: part-time schedules, job sharing, telecommuting, and alternate hours.