Our division prevents, detects and mitigates compliance, regulatory and reputational risk across the firm and helps to strengthen the firm's culture of compliance. Compliance accomplishes these through the firm's enterprise-wide compliance risk management program. As an independent control function and part of the firm's second line of defense, Compliance assesses the firm's compliance, regulatory and reputational risk; monitors for compliance with new or amended laws, rules and regulations; designs and implements controls, policies, procedures and training; conducts independent testing; investigates, surveils and monitors for compliance risks and breaches; and leads the firm's responses to regulatory examinations, audits and inquiries. You'll be part of a team with members from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds, such as law, accounting, sales, and trading. We look for those who possess sound judgment, curiosity, and are able to adapt to a changing regulatory landscape.
Job Summary & Responsibilities
Private Wealth Management ("PWM") Compliance is responsible for supervising the business to ensure compliance with regulations and firm policies as well as assist with the implementation of new regulations and new systems / processes. The team covers many of the businesses within PWM that are constantly growing and changing. We are looking for a team member who wants to be part of growing the business in new dimensions - someone who is equal part visionary and executor. At times, the role will require you to navigate and problem solve with multiple teams and stakeholders. We look to those who possess sound judgement, curiosity, and are able to adapt to a changing regulatory landscape.
As a contributor within PWM Compliance, a successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and organizing Compliance's involvement in various projects and processes as well as being the key Compliance contact for certain working groups, business lines while developing subject matter expertise in regulations applicable to the business. Additionally, the role will involve working in collaboration with the broader compliance team in order to deliver high quality work products, reflecting attention to detail and analytical prowess.
PWM Compliance is seeking an experienced Associate to join our team based in New York City. In addition to the above, responsibilities may include:
Interacting with the Alternative Capital Markets group on a daily basis
Having knowledge and understanding of different rules and regulations and how they impact the PWM business (e.g., SEC, FINRA)
Reviewing marketing materials that are used to pitch alternative investment products and services to clients
Assisting with firm risk assessment processes for the Alternative Capital Markets group
Preparing supervisory meeting materials detailing key metrics and regulatory issues
Developing and implementing policies, procedures, trainings, and best practices for PWM
Basic Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree required
3-4 years of relevant experience preferable
Strong knowledge of financial products, particularly regarding alternative investments
Knowledge of US regulatory environment and SEC/FINRA regulations
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent time management, analytical, and communication skills
Integrity, motivation, intellectual curiosity, and enthusiasm
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate degree in law, business, or other relevant program
Outstanding graduate school and undergraduate credentials
At least three years of relevant post-undergraduate work experience, or, if holding a Masters, PhD, MBA, JD or equivalent, one to two years of relevant experience
Skills and Characteristics:
An ideal candidate should:
Have the ability to quickly grasp complex concepts, including global business and regulatory matters
Exercise strong judgement and decision-making in a collaborative consensus-driven environment
Be interested in and willing to develop expertise in legal, regulatory and compliance issues in the financial industry
Have strong project management skills and ability to see a task to completion
Possess excellent interpersonal skills - team player, able to forge relationships, build consensus, and influence decisions
Work well under pressure and have a positive, hands-on, "can do" attitude
Be able to devise and implement creative and innovative solution
Possess strong analytical and risk assessment skills as well as concise verbal and written communication skills
Be a self-starter, with the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
Have the ability to multi-task and adapt to new situations and a dynamic work environment
About Goldman Sachs
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Salary Range The expected base salary for this New York, New York, United States-based position is $85000-$140000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.
Benefits Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here .
