The Risk division is responsible for credit, market and operational risk, model risk, independent liquidity risk, and insurance throughout the firm.
Risk Division, Corporate Credit Research Group The Risk division is responsible for credit, market and operational risk, model risk, independent liquidity risk, and insurance throughout the firm. Corporate Credit Research Group provides fundamental credit analysis of corporate lending and derivatives trading clients and ensures appropriate internal credit rating maintenance in terms of accuracy and timeliness. YOUR IMPACT How would you like to be involved in a central part of Goldman Sachs' risk management framework? We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is able to deliver credit risk analysis on corporate transactions, on the basis of a thorough understanding of credit fundamentals, of leveraged capital structures and of risks associated with lending and derivatives products. You will be responsible, from a Credit Risk standpoint, for a portfolio of EMEA / Asia Corporates, and you will be expected to manage it on the basis of a deep understanding of credit fundamentals, market trends, impact of changing regulation requirements and risks associated with lending and derivatives products transactions.
OUR IMPACT The Risk Division is a team of specialists charged with managing the firm's risk, and providing the overall financial control and reporting functions. Whether assessing the creditworthiness of the firm's counterparties, monitoring market risks associated with trading activities, or offering analytical and regulatory compliance support, our work contributes directly to the firm's success. The division is ideal for collaborative individuals who have strong ethics and attention to detail.
Credit Risk works closely with the CRO / senior management to manage Goldman Sachs' credit risk. Credit professionals protect the firm's capital by using in-depth knowledge of our clients, markets, and trading products to make decisions on acceptable level of firm's risk appetite. Staffed with 300 professionals, Credit Risk operates through 11 different offices around the world. Credit Risk provides a unique opportunity to develop a variety of professional skills and expertise in risk management while working on financial transactions.
HOW YOU WILL FULFILL YOUR POTENTIAL
Assess the credit and financial strength of the firm's corporate borrowers and counterparts by performing fundamental credit analysis using both quantitative and qualitative risk factors
Conduct ongoing risk party level credit monitoring and industry specific research for covered portfolios
Determine acceptable levels of credit exposure, write annual/quarterly credit reviews and recommend internal credit ratings
Build and maintain financial projection models for your corporate borrowers that support your rating conclusions
Monitor credit trends in the portfolio, perform distressed analysis and estimate potential impairments if needed
Present and discuss credit views in risk committees;
Provide analytical support to development activities and different projects across Risk Division;
Develop and manage relationships with colleagues from the broader Risk Division in other locations as well as with other areas of the firm
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Minimum Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics or Business
0-3 years of experience
Broad knowledge of financial and accounting principles and interest and familiarity with finance, financial markets and economic developments
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in an analytical financial role, preferably within credit risk management or credit underwriting. Specific experience covering financial derivatives would be an advantage
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Good organizational skills & demonstrated attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to work flexibly in multinational environment and manage a varied workload to meet deadlines
ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS
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