TRANSACTION BANKING

 

We aim to build a modern and digital-first transaction banking solution to serve our clients. Our business combines the strength, heritage, and expertise of a 150-year-old firm with the agility and entrepreneurial spirit of a tech start-up. Our goal is to provide a best-in-class digital product that helps clients to succeed by giving them a holistic view of their business. Through the use of modern technology built on the cloud, we are the alternative to legacy platforms. We provide our clients a simple, intuitive, secure, and frictionless experience for domestic, cross-border and cross-currency payments. Simplifying payments, making it just as easy to pay someone across the globe as it is to pay someone around the corner. We’re a team of diverse experts helping our clients to build the future of their Treasury.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

 

We are seeking a highly motivated, intellectually curious and analytical Risk Analyst to join the First Line of Defence Risk team withing Transaction Banking (TxB). 

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent university graduate with a strong quantitative background to work in a very dynamic team and embark on a career in risk management. 

As a Risk Analyst, you will play a crucial role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating a broad spectrum of risks that could impact our organization's objectives. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to various risk domains without focusing on a single area, providing a comprehensive understanding of enterprise-wide risk management, naming Operational, Client, Credit, Fraud, Activity Monitoring, Regulatory and Financial risk. 

 

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across the organization
• Support the development and maintenance of risk management policies and procedures
• Conduct data analysis to support risk assessments and reporting
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to gather input in risk assessments
• Prepare reports and presentations on risk analysis findings for management or for submission to the regulators
• Conduct research on emerging risks, industry trends and best practices 
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management processes and tools
• Participate in ad-hoc risk projects and initiatives, providing analytical support and perspective 

 

Qualifications and Skills:

• Prior experience in risk management or analytical role is desirable
• A strong interest in risk management and a desire to learn and grow in the field
• A recent university graduate with a bachelor's or master's degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, or a related discipline
• Proactive and detail-oriented individual with a passion for problem-solving
• Strong qualitative and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify trends
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in all work output
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

 

 

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. 

We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers. 

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