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Asset & Wealth Management, Fixed Income, [Emerging Markets / Portfolio Design & Analysis], Associate, Bengaluru

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Goldman Sachs

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Data
    Banking & Finance

AI generated summary

  • You should have a Bachelor's degree, strong quantitative skills, Excel proficiency, Fixed Income knowledge, and CFA study. Data analysis experience and problem-solving skills are a plus.
  • You will support portfolio managers by analyzing investment strategies, monitoring portfolio risks, developing analytics tools, and facilitating discussions on portfolio construction and opportunities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent required. CFA study preferred
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail
  • Experience with data analysis and knowledge of Excel required. Python (or equivalent programming language) is a plus
  • Knowledge and understanding of Fixed Income and Credit markets
  • Experience with or understanding of portfolio construction, trading or risk management techniques is preferred
  • Highly motivated with the ability to work independently as well as thrive within a fast-paced team environment
  • Curious individual with strong initiative and critical thinking skills who enjoys problem-solving
  • CFA study (at any level) a plus

Responsibilities

  • Work with portfolio managers and traders to help implement current investment views, including sizing of positions across accounts with varying objectives and constraints
  • Create and maintain a robust process to ensure individual positions aggregate up to provide the desired portfolio attributes in line with PMs' strategic and tactical market views
  • Regularly review portfolio characteristics (e.g. beta, carry, convexity and other structural risks), cash levels, and account consistency; make recommendations to PMs
  • Proactively carry out quantitative and qualitative analyses of credit markets to identify opportunities and risks
  • Monitor and evaluate portfolio attribution on a regular basis
  • Develop analytics and help to design new tools that support portfolio management and construction, including user testing of new tools and ensuring data integrity of existing tools
  • Prepare materials to facilitate relevant portfolio construction discussions
  • Perform topical analyses as market and client opportunities arise

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the role for the Associate in Fixed Income, Emerging Markets?

The primary focus of the role is to work closely with portfolio managers, traders, research analysts, and other portfolio construction specialists to facilitate the ongoing construction of Emerging Markets portfolios and ensure risk is appropriate to meet clients’ goals and objectives.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent is required, with CFA study preferred. Strong quantitative and analytical skills, data analysis experience, and knowledge of Excel are essential, while Python or a similar programming language is a plus.

What kind of team environment can I expect?

You can expect to thrive within a fast-paced team environment that values collaboration and encourages individual initiative, critical thinking, and problem-solving.

Are there opportunities for professional development within Goldman Sachs?

Yes, Goldman Sachs offers various training and development opportunities, as well as firmwide networks to support professional and personal growth.

What is the size of the assets managed by the Fixed Income and Liquidity Solutions team?

The Fixed Income and Liquidity Solutions team manages more than $1.7 trillion in assets for a variety of clients.

Is knowledge of Fixed Income and Credit markets necessary for this role?

Yes, knowledge and understanding of Fixed Income and Credit markets is important for success in this role.

Will I be involved in designing new analytics and tools for portfolio management?

Yes, you will help develop analytics and design new tools that support portfolio management and construction, including user testing and ensuring data integrity.

Is there a focus on diversity and inclusion at Goldman Sachs?

Yes, Goldman Sachs is committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion within the workplace and provides numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

What are the responsibilities related to portfolio characteristics in this role?

The responsibilities include regularly reviewing portfolio characteristics, such as beta, carry, and convexity, and making recommendations to portfolio managers.

Does the company offer accommodations for candidates with disabilities during the recruitment process?

Yes, Goldman Sachs is committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during the recruitment process.

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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.