Job Duties: Associate, Risk Governance with Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC in Dallas, Texas. Ownership for publishing various reports to key internal stakeholders after reviewing and analyzing data and generating metrics leveraging data analytics tools. Support the team’s efficiency efforts and business intelligence initiatives, which requires fluency in process flows for incident reporting, issue management, and quarterly risk and control self-assessment. Work closely with other operations teams, as well as across the firm’s other risk and resilience teams including the Second Line of Defense, to manage various risk and resilience-driven programs and to represent the team on forums to ensure accurate reflection of our functions, controls, and frameworks. Work with regional and functional operations groups to identify key risk metrics (e.g., Key Risk Indicators) and highlight areas of concern while working with line managers on remediation efforts. Challenge the risk and control framework to further enhance the control environment. Identify and drive initiatives that improve the risk and resilience management activities for the team in partnership with firmwide operational risk teams. Developing automated reporting of illogical data and reconciliation of information across multiple sources. Drive the agenda and conversations in risk meetings.
Job Requirements: Master’s degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) or Bachelor’s degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Management, or a related field and one (1) year of experience (with a Master’s) or three (3) years of experience (with a Bachelor’s) in the job offered or a related role. Prior employment must include one (1) year of experience (with a Master’s) or three (3) years of experience (with a Bachelor’s) with: applying financial analysis and statistical knowledge to support risk and resilience processes; collaborating with cross-divisional stakeholders by identifying patterns and issues to develop control enhancements and formulate resolutions that helps reduce risk for the firm; assisting with root cause analysis and deep dives, followed by presentation of findings and recommendations to operational teams; utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and Business Intelligence tools such as Alteryx to analyze data, perform independent reviews, and deliver detailed presentations; and leveraging project management skills to coordinate the execution of various deliverables, managing the expectations of stakeholders, and managing risk.
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Skills Required
- Master's degree + 1 year or Bachelor's degree + 3 years in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Management, or related field
- Experience applying financial analysis and statistical techniques to support risk and resilience processes
- Experience collaborating with cross-divisional stakeholders to identify patterns, develop control enhancements, and remediate issues
- Experience performing root cause analysis, deep dives, and presenting findings and recommendations to operational teams
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Business Intelligence tools such as Alteryx for data analysis and reporting
- Project management skills to coordinate deliverables, manage stakeholder expectations, and drive risk-related initiatives
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Healthcare Strength — Coverage includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life and accident insurance, with multiple plan options and most premiums subsidized; coverage often starts on day one. Wellness resources, on-site health centers in some locations, and EAP access reinforce the depth of health support.
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Parental & Family Support — Family care includes on-site childcare in some offices, expectant parent resources, and transitional programs for returning parents. Feedback suggests parental leave is very generous, with reports of around 20 weeks paid leave and stipends for adoption, surrogacy, and fertility-related services.
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Retirement Support — The firm provides a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions and broad financial education to help employees plan for retirement. Resources also support saving for education and preparing for unexpected events.
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