Senior Analyst / Junior Associate, Private Equity Investing, London London United Kingdom A ...

Senior Analyst / Junior Associate, Private Equity Investing, London location_on London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom The Private Equity business within Goldman Sachs Alternatives makes direct equity investments across North America and Europe in a broad range of industries, and we seek to maximize investment value through operational and financial value creation. Our goal is to achieve long-term capital appreciation by committing equity to high quality companies with strong management teams. Associates in Private Equity are part of a talented team of investment professionals responsible for the acquisition and management of investments. Associates in Private Equity are part of a talented team of investment professionals responsible for the acquisition and management of investments. You will be involved in a wide range of high-profile transactions, which may include management buyouts, take-privates, add-on acquisitions, build ups, restructurings, recapitalizations, and dispositions. PRIVATE EQUITY INVESTING The Private Equity Investing business within Goldman Sachs Asset Management has been operating for over 30 years and invests across a broad range of industries, geographies, and transaction types with 100 dedicated investment professionals globally. The latest flagship fund in our private equity platform is the West Street Capital Partners VIII, a $9.7bn vehicle. We pursue a strategy focused on long-term capital appreciation by committing to high-quality companies with strong management teams and actively supporting their development and value creation. THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES Associates in Private Equity Investing will be integrally involved with all aspects of the investment cycle including: sourcing, identifying and evaluating attractive investment themes and opportunities; building relationships with management teams, senior advisors and external industry experts; performing due diligence; financing, structuring and closing transactions as well as developing, monitoring and implementing value creation strategies at our existing portfolio companies. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE We are looking for highly motivated, well‑rounded, team players who are passionate about investing and want to build a long‑term career at Goldman Sachs with the following skills: Business and Investment Judgement Demonstrates good investment instincts and a thoughtful approach to investment opportunities. Ability to consider macro and micro drivers for investment successEntrepreneurial mind‑set in evaluating new investment opportunitiesDemonstrates versatility in adapting to different industries and geographies Communication Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills. European language skills are a plusStructured and succinct presentation and communicationRelationship‑building skills and ability to communicate with all levels of stakeholders, both internal and external Technical Skills Top‑tier financial modelling and analytical skills including a thorough understanding of corporate finance conceptsDetail orientated approach to financial modelling and analytics Soft Skills & Motivation High level of integrity, strong work ethic and commitment to the job with a genuine enthusiasm to work and private equityAbility to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment and keen to take on responsibilityAbility to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Resourceful approach to problem‑solving Background Minimum of 2 yearsâ experience with leading investment banks, consulting firms, corporate, private equity firms and other alternative asset managersBachelor's degree or equivalent qualification with a track record of excellence in career and academics Healthcare & Medical Insurance We offer a wide range of health and welfare programs that vary depending on office location. These generally include medical, dental, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, life, accidental death, labor accident and business travel accident insurance. Vacation Policies We offer competitive vacation policies based on employee level and office location. We promote time off from work to recharge by providing generous vacation entitlements and a minimum of three weeks expected vacation usage each year. Financial Wellness & Retirement We assist employees in saving and planning for retirement, offer financial support for higher education, and provide a number of benefits to help employees prepare for the unexpected. We offer live financial education and content on a variety of topics to address the spectrum of employees' priorities. Health Services We offer a medical advocacy service for employees and family members facing critical health situations, and counseling and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We provide Global Medical, Security and Travel Assistance and a Workplace Ergonomics Program. We also provide state‑of‑the‑art on‑site health centres in certain offices. Fitness To encourage employees to live a healthy and active lifestyle, some of our offices feature on‑site fitness centres. For eligible employees we typically reimburse fees paid for a fitness club membership or activity (up to a pre‑approved amount). Child Care & Family Care We offer on‑site child care centres that provide full‑time and emergency back‑up care, as well as mother and baby rooms and homework rooms. In every office, we provide advice and counseling services, expectant parent resources and transitional programs for parents returning from parental leave. Adoption, surrogacy, egg donation and egg retrieval stipends are also available. Benefits at Goldman Sachs Read more about the full suite of class‑leading benefits our firm has to offer. #J-18808-Ljbffr