Asset & Wealth Management, Trading and Market Strategies

Overview

The Trading and Market Strategies team is the central trading desk for Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) and executes equities and derivatives trades across asset classes for portfolio managers throughout the division. This is a global desk with a presence in New York and Singapore that is looking to add an analyst as a junior trader in New York. Specifically, this person will focus on our Fundamental Equity (FE) portfolio managers and clients in GSAM.

The FE platform provides institutional clients with investment opportunities in stock markets around the world via a wide variety of fundamental, bottom-up investment strategies. The trader will also assist senior traders in executing risk for quantitative and global macro strategies, in all manner of markets and asset classes.

• Execute stocks, ETFs, futures and derivatives on behalf of portfolio managers
• Provide market color and dynamics to the global investment teams
• Conduct pre- and post-trade cost analysis for the team to ensure a detailed understanding of trading activity
• Develop and maintain counter party relationships
• Lead or assist in various technology or research initiatives for various constituents in FE and the trading desk
• Participate in morning research/trading meetings and provide market updates

• A strong interest in markets with relevant experience
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment
• Independent thinker who is analytical and thoughtful
• Motivated team player with a solid work ethic
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Working understanding of market dynamics and risk management

The expected base salary for this New York, New York, United States-based position is $85,000-$110,000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.

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.