Global Banking & Markets Operations-Dallas-Associate-Commodities Sales and Trading Services

Job-ID: 188822Category: AssociateLocation: Dallas, TX, United StatesPosted: 2026-11-13At Goldman Sachs, we connect people, capital and ideas to help solve problems for our clients. We are a leading global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities and investment management services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and individuals. For us, it’s all about bringing together people who are curious, collaborative and have the drive to make things possible for our clients and communities.OPERATIONSOperations is a dynamic, multi-faceted area that partners with all parts of the firm to provide banking, securities, and asset management services to clients around the world. In addition, Operations provides essential risk management and controls to preserve and enhance the firm's assets and its reputation. For every new product launched and every trade executed, it is Operations that develops and manages the processes and controls that enable business flow.YOUR IMPACT We are looking for a professional and dynamic individual, preferably with a background in Commodities. The ideal candidate would be able to excel in a high-profile and fast paced team whose primary responsibilities include partnering with the Commodities sales and trading desks to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the derivative and physical trading risks undertaken by such businesses, as well as driving and implementing change to ensure we are optimally managing and monitoring risks, in an increasingly demanding and complex regulatory environment.OUR IMPACTThe Commodities Sales and Trading Services team is responsible for the operational support of the commodities business. Our team works very closely with our sales and trading teams to facilitate all aspects of the operational risk and control framework. In addition to working with sales and trading, the teams interact with other internal teams that include product control, strategists, technology, compliance and legal.HOW YOU WILL FULFILL YOUR POTENTIALManage, monitor and investigate reporting breaks and process failures; synthesize and implement corrective actionsFind and resolve booking discrepancies across complex derivative businessesEngage with front office and operations technology to help facilitate the resolution of technical production issuesDevelop and implement strategic changes to re-engineer processes and reduce risk Be a key player in projects specific to technology infrastructure changes and regulatory guidelines across multiple jurisdictionsEnsure that processes are continually reviewed and improved, risk is managed, and results are achieved that meet expectations for timeliness, quality and cost effectiveness within the departmentSKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE’RE LOOKING FORBasic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree3-6+ years of professional work experience in financial services operations, preferredProficient with Microsoft applications Ability to demonstrate strong technical skills and keen attention to detailPreferred Qualifications Middle Office, Settlements, Documentation, Commodities, Trade Support experience highly recommendedTeam player with a collaborative style and strong interpersonal skillsEffectively handle difficult requests, build trusting, long-term relationships with the business and be able to manage expectationsStrong written and verbal communication skills with ability to be clear and concise Self-starter who thinks ahead, anticipates questions, finds alternative solutions and identifies clear objectivesAble to successfully multi-task, work towards extremely challenging goals and persist in the face of obstaclesProject management experience a plusStrong written and verbal communication skills Adapt to changes and new challenges Strong analytical and organizational skills Critical thinking, ability to suggest improvements and identify risksService orientation, sense of urgency, ability to manage internal clients’ expectations and professionalismOperational experience a plusABOUT GOLDMAN SACHSAt Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. 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