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Global Banking & Markets, Equity & Fund Derivatives Structuring, Analyst / Associate, London

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Goldman Sachs

1mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Banking & Finance
  • London

Requirements

  • Quantitative: good knowledge of derivatives, with ideally some pricing experience on a structuring/trading desk. Programming experience is a +
  • Commercial: presentation skills to provide product expertise for client meetings
  • Qualifications and Skills:
  • We are looking for an experienced profile with different quantitative and soft skills amongst
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills with a good understanding of derivatives (some experience on a Structuring/Trading desk is a plus)
  • Some taste for programming (Experience in Python/C++ is a plus)
  • Excellent academic background (Bachelor/Master level in quantitative fields such as (but not exclusively) Statistics, Econometrics, Operations Research, Computer Science, Financial Engineering, Physics)

Responsibilities

  • Design and price derivatives and structured products on equity, fund and hybrid underlying
  • Create content: thematic trade ideas, analyze GS model advantages, explore market dislocations
  • Liaise with quantitative research and trading on pricing model testing and development
  • This role has emphasis on innovation

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Global Banking & Markets division at Goldman Sachs?

The primary focus of the Global Banking & Markets division is building strong relationships with institutional clients, including corporations, financial service providers, and fund managers. The division helps clients buy and sell financial products, raise funding, and manage risk in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

What specific role does the Equity & Fund Derivatives Structuring Analyst/Associate have within the team?

The Equity & Fund Derivatives Structuring Analyst/Associate is a front office role that interacts with Trading, Sales, and Quantitative Research. The position involves designing and pricing derivatives and structured products on equity, fund, and hybrid underlyings, as well as creating content for thematic trade ideas and analyzing market dislocations.

What qualifications are preferred for candidates applying for this position?

Candidates are preferred to have strong quantitative and analytical skills, a good understanding of derivatives, some pricing experience on a structuring or trading desk, and ideally experience in programming (Python/C++ is a plus). An excellent academic background at the Bachelor or Master level in quantitative fields such as Statistics, Econometrics, Operations Research, Computer Science, Financial Engineering, or Physics is also desired.

Is programming experience necessary for this role?

While programming experience is not strictly necessary, having some taste for programming is preferred. Experience in programming languages like Python or C++ would be considered a plus.

What kind of environment can candidates expect while working in this role?

Candidates can expect a fast-paced, dynamic, and bustling trading floor environment where innovation and collaboration are emphasized.

How does Goldman Sachs approach diversity and inclusion in its workforce?

Goldman Sachs is committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion within their workplace and beyond. They ensure that every individual has opportunities for professional and personal growth, supported through training and development opportunities, firmwide networks, and various benefits programs.

What does Goldman Sachs provide to support candidates with special needs during the recruitment process?

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

What is the overall mission of Goldman Sachs as stated in the job description?

The overall mission of Goldman Sachs is to commit their people, capital, and ideas to help clients, shareholders, and communities grow, ensuring that individual identity enhances their performance and culture.

Goldman Sachs

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1869
Founded Year

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.