This role will initially focus on a key regulatory program where you will work as part of a workstream to contribute to the delivery of a multi-year strategic initiative. . By performing the role the candidate will acquire detailed knowledge of multiple areas within the firm.
Responsibilities will Include:
Partnering with leadership / divisions to identify, define and document project objectives and requirements
Working with and across businesses and CFO&E (Controllers, Finance, Operations & Engineering) teams to develop and execute project plans to achieve objectives; identifying key milestones and critical path
Contributing to project and operating effectiveness by bringing a deep understanding of processes and systems used in Banking / at Goldman Sachs
Structuring ambiguous problems and taking action to solve them without complete information
Preparing materials for working groups and committees, project dashboards, operating model diagrams, requirement specifications, test plans, etc.
Conducing detailed problem tracking, resolution and completion of all actions and issues by their deadlines
Communicating updates, statuses and timelines to stakeholders, and escalating items at risk
Supporting teams with best practices, program-wide tools, dashboards and other enablers
Skills and Experience:
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet competing deadlines – experience in project management is a must
Drive, motivation and resilience – ability to handle multiple tasks, taking initiative to improve his / her own performance, working intensely towards goals and persisting in the face of obstacles or setbacks
Ability to build long-term relationships and consensus across divisions
Collaborative and team-oriented
Exceptional attention to detail
Strong written and oral communication skills with confidence and ability to create, structure and present messages to senior audiences
Strong analytical, quantitative, and MS Excel skills
Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
Ability to coordinate activities with multiple interdependencies across a number of GS internal teams. You will be key in connecting various functions or teams and sharing information
Creativity and innovation, with an ability to critically examine current processes to propose and develop improvements
An understanding of Goldman Sachs business structures and processes (i.e., ability to “navigate GS”)