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
1. Demonstrates good investment instincts and a thoughtful approach to investment opportunities. Ability to consider macro and micro drivers for investment success
2. Entrepreneurial mind-set in evaluating new investment opportunities
3. Demonstrates versatility in adapting to different industries and geographies
Communication Skills
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. European language skills are a plus
5. Structured and succinct presentation and communication
6. Relationship-building skills and ability to communicate with all levels of stakeholders, both internal and external
Technical Skills
7. Top-tier financial modelling and analytical skills including a thorough understanding of corporate finance concepts
8. Detail orientated approach to financial modelling and analytics
Soft Skills & Motivation
9. High level of integrity, strong work ethic and commitment to the job with a genuine enthusiasm to work and private equity
10. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and keen to take on responsibility
11. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Resourceful approach to problem-solving
Background
12. Minimum of 2 years’ experience with leading investment banks, consulting firms, corporate, private equity firms and other alternative asset managers
13. Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification with a track record of excellence in career and academics