Asset & Wealth Management, Private Equity, Associate - New York

Asset & Wealth Management, Private Equity, Associate - New York Goldman Sachs | Posted Mar 9 Full-time New York Negotiable Master (>10 yrs)

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Private Equity business within Goldman Sachs Asset Management makes direct equity investments across North America and Europe in a broad range of industries. We focus on buyouts and control investments in the US and EMEA and target an investment size range of $200-600 million in any single investment with the ability to invest >$1 billion. Our goal is to maximize investment value through operational and financial value creation with a focus on achieving long-term capital appreciation by committing equity to high quality companies with strong management teams. Associates in Private Equity work on small sector-focused teams responsible for the acquisition and management of investments. We are searching for an Associate to join the Energy Transition team, whose areas of focus include clean energy solutions, equipment, service and technology providers for the power grid, energy efficiency, resource circularity, and water lifecycle management solutions, among others. You will be involved in a wide range of high-profile transactions, which may include leveraged buyouts, management buyouts, take-privates, add-on acquisitions, build ups, restructurings, recapitalizations, and dispositions. Responsibilities Building and maintaining comprehensive financial models Researching and assessing potential investment opportunities Assisting in developing investment theses Undertaking significant due diligence responsibilities and coordinating with third-party diligence advisors Participating in investment approval processes Reviewing and analyzing investment opportunities Participating in structuring, negotiating, and documenting investments Interacting with senior company executives and industry experts to support views and generate ideas Building relationships with management teams and partners Participating in the monitoring of new and existing investments Supporting portfolio companies in strategic and operational projects including value creation initiatives, add-on acquisitions, financings, asset sales, and capital allocation decisions Qualifications Undergraduate class of 2022-24 preferred, with at least 1.5+ years of investment banking experience Preference for background in Natural Resources or Industrials with strong M&A transaction experience Strong financial analysis / modeling experience Ability to adapt quickly to a variety of industries and business profiles Ability to self-direct, analyze and evaluate and form independent judgments Investment acumen Excellent communication and writing skills Resourceful approach to problem-solving Ability to interact and build relationships with a wide range of people Top-tier teamwork skills Detail orientation Salary Range The expected base salary for this New York, New York, United States-based position is $150000-$225000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end. Benefits Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here. #J-18808-Ljbffr SupportFinity™