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2021 Goldman Sachs Early Careers - Regulatory Compliance & Legal Roles

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Please note division and function examples are representative of opportunities common for this skill-set. The list is not exhaustive, and availability of open roles is determined based on business need. Specific roles will be confirmed through the interview process.


RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

In order to uphold our commitments to our clients, regulators, and shareholders, dedicated teams across the firm provide advice to sustain the firm’s financial well-being and reputation, as well as ensure we remain compliant with global laws and regulations.
 
Regulatory and Compliance colleagues and embody strong communication and interpersonal skills, sound judgment, curiosity, and adaptability in our fast-paced and dynamic environment.
 
Divisions and Job Functions
 
Please note division and function examples are representative of opportunities common for this skill-set. The list is not exhaustive, and availability of open roles is determined based on business need. Specific roles will be confirmed through the interview process.
 
Legal plays an essential role in the formulation and implementation of the strategy of the firm. The advice and counsel we provide to all areas of the firm is critical to maintaining our commitments to our clients, regulators, and shareholders and to promoting our culture of excellence and integrity. Our goal is to provide legal advice that protects the firm’s financial well-being and reputation and assists our various businesses in evaluating the risks associated with completing transactions and other activities.
 
  • Teams: Securities Legal, Investment Banking Legal, Investment Management Division Legal, Merchant Banking Legal, Finance Legal and Corporate Governance Legal, and Contracts, Technology, Privacy, and Intellectual Property Group
 
Compliance is dedicated to protecting the reputation of the firm and managing risk across all business areas. We work closely with each business, our professionals interpret and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and determine how the firm can appropriately pursue global market opportunities. We monitor regulatory trends and changes in all jurisdictions in which the firm does business, and we share information and collaborate with regulators to manage financial market risk.
 
  • Teams: Financial Crime Compliance, Surveillance Analytics, Global Compliance Testing, Regulatory Practice Group, Regulatory Reporting, Consumer Compliance
 
Operations is at the core of Goldman Sachs. For every trade agreed, every new product launched or market entered, every transaction completed, it is Operations that enables business to flow. The Operations division partners with all areas of the firm to deliver banking, sales and trading and asset management capabilities to clients around the world. Alongside this vital service delivery role, Operations provides essential risk management and control, preserving and enhancing the firm’s assets and its reputation. Operations span all product lines and markets.
 
  • Regulatory and Control Operations oversees the integrity of the firm’s books and records, and ensure we continue to remain compliant with global client money, regulatory and tax reporting obligations.
 
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor’s degree (2017 – December 2020)
  • 0-3 years of prior work experience in a relevant field.
  • Proficient to advanced skills with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
  • Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
  • Strong ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
  • Team player with positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Keen interest in legal framework and financial markets
  • Commercially savvy with ability to exercise discretion with respect to highly confidential/sensitive information