Asset Management, Alternatives, Execution and Closing, Associate, London

YOUR IMPACT

The Asset Management Alternatives Private Execution and Closing (AM Alts E&C) team is seeking an Associate to support the various business lines within the Alternative Asset Management Business.

This is an exceptionally diverse role that entails collaboration with global Deal teams, Strategists, Controllers, Legal, Technologists, Risk, Credit, Tax, Compliance & cross Operational groups to facilitate a business that is multi-asset, dynamic and bespoke. Asset classes supported including Public & Private Securities, Loans, and bespoke structures for issuers which span industry sectors.

The successful individual will be expected to work in a team of Execution and Closing professionals and exhibit the following skills: commercial thinking, strong attention to detail, creativity, whilst ensuring the highest level of risk management.

OUR IMPACT

Operations is a dynamic, multi-faceted division that partners with all parts of the firm to deliver banking, sales and trading and asset management capabilities to clients around the world. In addition, Operations provides essential risk management and control to preserve and enhance the firm's assets and its reputation. For every trade agreed, every new product launched, or market entered, every transaction completed, it is Operations that develops the processes and controls that makes business flow.

Asset Management Alternatives Execution & Closing team members are operational subject matter experts who play a critical role in supporting bespoke and varied transactions. Primary responsibilities in this highly varied and dynamic role include partnering with the business to book and close transactions, supporting new business activity including the launch of new fund entities, monitoring associated operational controls, and helping the team drive infrastructure enhancement initiatives.

HOW YOU WILL FULFILL YOUR POTENTIAL

Role Responsibilities

Leverage your skills to support the booking, closing & settlement of time-sensitive complex transactions

Gain an in depth & comprehensive understanding of a wide range of products & bespoke transactions

Leverage your skills to propose operational solutions

Interact with senior stakeholders and drive priorities

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Basic Qualifications

Candidate must be comfortable in a high pressure environment

Confident in their verbal and written communication, especially with senior audience

Strong problem solving and presentation skills

High attention to detail

Innate curiosity and drive

Able to work well in a team environment - across teams and regions

Preferred Qualifications

Prior knowledge of Loans, Equities, Bonds and Derivatives preferred

In depth knowledge of GS infrastructure

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