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Asset & Wealth Management - Alternatives Capital Formation - Vintage Strategies (Private Equity /Infrastructure/ Credit ) - Vice President - London

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Goldman Sachs

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Product
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need 5-7+ years in private markets fundraising, strong communication and relationship skills, leadership experience, attention to detail, and a team-oriented, self-motivated attitude.
  • You will drive commercial strategy, manage fundraises, engage clients, lead due diligence, develop marketing content, and coordinate with various teams to support Vintage funds.

Requirements

  • 5-7+ years in a similar or related role
  • Demonstrated experience and expertise in private markets fundraising and investor relations
  • Excellent communication (written and oral), analytical and interpersonal skills
  • Strong relationship building skills, for use with both clients and internal stakeholders
  • Strong leadership skills, including the ability to lead global fundraising campaigns and manage existing investor relations
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to help direct / manage production of a high volume of quality work across team within tight timeframes, often including multiple simultaneous projects
  • Attention to detail—proven experience of delivering high levels of accuracy
  • Willingness and desire to train and mentor junior members of team, as well as contribute to and foster a positive and motivating team environment
  • Candidate must be a team player and self-motivated, demonstrating a willingness to take on more responsibility over time

Responsibilities

  • As a Senior Product Specialist within Vintage, individual would be responsible for helping to drive commercial strategy, capital formation & client engagement initiatives for the Vintage Platform. This involves leading the launch(es) of new flagship fundraises, management of fundraise strategy, and ongoing business development for various Vintage funds/products across regions and client channels. Additional responsibilities include ability to:
  • Effectively articulate to internal and external stakeholders the Vintage investment strategy and the role secondaries plays within an investor’s portfolio.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across ACF, Sales and the firm to execute go-to-market strategies for Vintage funds, define target investor base(s), track fundraise progress towards stated goals / KPIs, and coordinate on annual meeting preparation and conferences/events.
  • Lead development of marketing content and define strategic direction for Vintage funds/products.
  • Lead and direct client due diligence processes, from initial engagement to legal documentation and negotiations; involves close collaboration with legal colleagues to drive terms and manage side-letter negotiations.
  • Development of strategic proposals for institutional clients investing via Fund-of-Ones/SMAs alongside of flagship fundraises.
  • Frequent client engagement / meetings, and potential for business travel.
  • As a senior member of the Vintage product strategy team, individual would work closely with junior members of the team and would be expected to help guide / direct response to various client inquiries, including due diligence requests, participation in RFPs, performance and data analyses, ongoing reporting, and requests for portfolio updates, amongst other ad hoc client requests and projects.
  • Coordinate closely with investment team and other internal stakeholders such as legal, risk management, operations, compliance, controllers and tax in order to inform portfolio management and fund structuring through a client lens and effectively respond to inbound investor requests and inquiries.
  • Respond to questions internally from senior management and sales channels related to Vintage funds and the secondaries platform.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Vice President role in the Alternatives Capital Formation team at Goldman Sachs?

The primary focus is to drive commercial strategy, capital formation, and client engagement initiatives for the Vintage Platform, which includes managing fundraise strategies and business development for various Vintage funds/products.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates should have 5-7+ years of experience in a similar or related role, demonstrated expertise in private markets fundraising and investor relations, and excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Will the Vice President be involved in developing marketing content for Vintage funds?

Yes, one of the responsibilities includes leading the development of marketing content and defining the strategic direction for Vintage funds/products.

Is client engagement a component of this role?

Yes, frequent client engagement and meetings are expected, along with potential business travel.

What type of team environment is encouraged in this role?

A positive and motivating team environment is encouraged, with an emphasis on training and mentoring junior team members.

How important is attention to detail for this position?

Attention to detail is crucial, as the role involves delivering a high volume of quality work with high levels of accuracy.

What kind of interaction will there be with internal stakeholders?

The Vice President will coordinate closely with various internal stakeholders including legal, risk management, operations, compliance, controllers, and tax to inform portfolio management and respond to investor inquiries.

Will the Vice President have leadership responsibilities?

Yes, strong leadership skills are required, as the individual will lead global fundraising campaigns and manage existing investor relations.

Is the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously important for this role?

Yes, strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects within tight timeframes are essential.

What is the role’s involvement in the client due diligence process?

The Vice President will lead and direct the client due diligence processes, collaborating closely with legal colleagues to drive terms and manage side-letter negotiations.

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Goldman Sachs

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1869
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Goldman Sachs is a global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm. They offer a range of financial services to corporations, financial institutions, governments, and individuals. Goldman Sachs' primary activities include investment banking, asset management, securities trading, and providing advisory services. Their ultimate mission is to be a leading global financial institution, providing superior financial expertise and solutions to their clients. The purpose of Goldman Sachs is to help their clients achieve their financial goals, manage risk, and navigate complex markets. They aim to drive economic growth, foster innovation, and create long-term value for their clients, shareholders, and the communities they operate in. Goldman Sachs is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and client service, serving as a trusted partner and advisor in the world of finance.

Culture & Values

  • Partnership

    We prioritize collaboration and believe in the strength of the collective, creating a culture that fosters teamwork and belonging in the pursuit of professional and personal growth.

  • Client Service

    We lead with a service mindset, working to earn our clients’ trust and exceed their expectations by understanding and overdelivering on their goals.

  • Integrity

    We hold ourselves accountable to the highest ethical standards, insisting on transparency and vigilance from our people as we learn from our experiences and make decisions that instill a sense of pride in our firm.

  • Excellence

    We aspire to nothing less than excellence, striving for exceptional performance and superior results for our clients, our shareholders, and our communities.

Benefits

  • Holiday and Vacation Policies

    We offer competitive vacation policies based on employee level and office location. This is in addition to any number of statutory and public holidays as determined by each office. 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

    The firm provides a number of resources and offerings designed to help our employees achieve their personal financial goals. 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 — from buying a home, to navigating market volatility and investments, legacy and estate planning, tax strategies, and will preparation.

  • 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 offer state-of-the-art on-site health centers in certain offices.

  • Childcare / Family Care

    In some offices, we offer on-site child care centers 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.

  • Flexible Working

    Based on manager approval, the following arrangements may be available to help employees meet their personal and family responsibilities: part-time schedules, job sharing, telecommuting, and alternate hours.